RAL 860-1 vs Blue Iris
RAL 860-1 (RAL Effect) and Blue Iris (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. RAL 860-1 reads as grey, while Blue Iris reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 73 for Blue Iris vs 70 for RAL 860-1 — means Blue Iris will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 1.5 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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 860-1 vs Blue Iris Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 860-1 on one side and Blue Iris 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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