RAL 860-1 vs Nouvelle White
Where RAL 860-1 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Nouvelle White is a Sherwin-Williams color. RAL 860-1 reads as grey, while Nouvelle White reads as grey-white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Nouvelle White (LRV 72) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 860-1 (LRV 70), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.2 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 860-1 vs Nouvelle White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 860-1 on one side and Nouvelle White 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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