RAL 720-M vs Washed Linen
RAL 720-M (RAL Effect) and Washed Linen (Jotun) come from different manufacturers. The 38-point LRV gap — 55 for Washed Linen vs 16 for RAL 720-M — means Washed Linen will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 41.6 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives.
RAL 720-M vs Washed Linen Color Comparison
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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RAL 720-M vs Washed Linen in Real Spaces
Seeing RAL 720-M and Washed Linen in actual rooms makes the difference concrete. Browse the spaces below to get a feel for how each color lives on a wall. Showing 1 room type where both colors have photos.
Living Room
A living room wall sees more varied light than almost any other surface in the house, which makes the choice between these two more nuanced than a chip suggests. Washed Linen reflects noticeably more light off the walls, making the space read more open than RAL 720-M.
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