RAL 790-3 vs Black Swan
Where RAL 790-3 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Black Swan is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, RAL 790-3 belongs to the blue-grey family and Black Swan to the grey family. They have nearly identical light reflectance values (4 vs 4), so they'll read as similarly Dark in most lighting conditions. The ΔE 4.5 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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 790-3 vs Black Swan Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 790-3 on one side and Black Swan 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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