RAL 850-2 vs Chelsea Gray
RAL 850-2 is a RAL Effect color while Chelsea Gray comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. At LRV 47 vs 44, Chelsea Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. With a ΔE of 2.2, the difference is subtle — you'd need them side by side to reliably tell them apart. 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 850-2 vs Chelsea Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 850-2 on one side and Chelsea Gray 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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