RAL 820-4 vs Merlot
RAL 820-4 (RAL Effect) and Merlot (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. RAL 820-4 reads as blue-grey, while Merlot reads as pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 19-point LRV gap — 23 for RAL 820-4 vs 4 for Merlot — means RAL 820-4 will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of NaN puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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 820-4 vs Merlot Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 820-4 on one side and Merlot 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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