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RAL Colors: How to Specify the Exact Shade

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September 15, 2026 | Knowledge Sharing

Color consistency matters for brand appliances. A mismatched cabinet panel on the same production line is a visible quality problem. Here is how to specify color so you get what you expect — every batch.

1. Specify by Code — or by Sample

The cleanest way is a RAL or Pantone code. But beware: the same RAL number can look slightly different between paint brands and gloss levels. The most accurate method is to send a physical sample of the target color — we match with a spectrophotometer and report the ΔE value.

2. Agree on Gloss and Texture

Color perception changes with gloss. A high-gloss 85 GU panel looks different from a matte 20 GU panel in the same paint. Always specify gloss level (20–85 GU selectable) together with the color.

3. Batch Consistency for Repeat Orders

We keep color records — paint formulation, batch numbers and ΔE measurements — for every customer. When you reorder, the color matches your first approved batch, not just the standard card.

4. Approval Workflow

Custom colors: we formulate, run a trial and courier you a coated sample for approval (3–5 days). Standard RAL colors can move directly to production with your order.

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