RAL 590-2 vs Ink
Where RAL 590-2 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Ink is a Tikkurila color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. They have nearly identical light reflectance values (7 vs 6), so they'll read as similarly Dark in most lighting conditions. With a ΔE of 15.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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RAL 590-2 vs Ink Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 590-2 on one side and Ink on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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