RAL 740-4 vs Mermaid
Where RAL 740-4 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Mermaid is a Tikkurila color. RAL 740-4 reads as blue-green, while Mermaid reads as green-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Mermaid (LRV 22) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 740-4 (LRV 17), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 12.9, 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 740-4 vs Mermaid Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 740-4 on one side and Mermaid 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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