100 Jahre RAL | RAL FARBEN
Clusterprozess für die Raw Color Jubiläumsedition

100 years of RAL | RAL COLORS
Cluster process for the Raw Color anniversary edition

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RAL COLOURS – THE GLOBAL LANGUAGE FOR COLOUR

Colours determine our lives – consciously and subconsciously. They give us direction, influence our emotions, act as a means of communication, underline individuality and give us our identity. RAL colours have existed in all areas of our lives for decades and they set the colour standards for clear global communication of colour in architecture, design, skilled trades and industry. Enter into the three RAL colour ranges with over 2,500 clearly specified shades for professional colour design. Find out on our website about our colour collections, our analogue and digital products as well as the latest trends from the world of RAL colours. Let yourself be inspired!

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NEW: RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ and RAL Trendbox 2028+

The new colour trend report RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ is here! 15 selected colours and the accompanying RAL Trendbox 2028+ invite you to intuitively and playfully explore colour in combination with different materials.
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NEW: press kit for the RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus

The new press kit for the RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus is now available. The press release explains the background to the RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus, how it works and the structure of its dimensions. The kit also contains a curated selection of images for the press and media.
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NEW: RAL COLOUR FEELING 2027+ and RAL Trendbox 2027+

The new colour trend report RAL COLOUR FEELING 2027+ is available! 15 colours as well as the associated RAL Trendbox 2027+ encourage an intuitive, playful approach to colour and the combination of different materials.
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1st place for creativity at "bdia ausgesucht! 2024"

The RAL Trendbox 2026+ has won 1st place in the "bdia ausgesucht! 2024’ in the category creativity. The variety of the 75 samples included makes it possible to experience colour, material & surface in their interactions and to use them in mood boards or concept presentations.
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New coating technology for the popular RAL K5 Colour fan

Following the conversion of the compact RAL K7 Colour fan to water based coatings, the two full-surface RAL K5 Colour fans semi-matt and gloss have now also been converted to water based.
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27.01.2025

RAL COLOURS is Brand of the Century 2025

RAL COLOURS has once again been honoured by German Standards as Brand of the Century. The corresponding publication presents the highlights of German entrepreneurship. This year's edition focuses on the topic of transformation.
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28.11.2024

RAL COLOUR PALETTE OVERVIEW

With the three RAL colour palettes RAL CLASSIC, RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus and RAL EFFECT, there are a total of 2,540 predefined colours to choose from. But what actually characterises the three colour palettes?
In the convenient overview, the three colour palettes are compared and the associated tools are shown.
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Videos

RAL COLOURS are naturally also available in moving images. Here we show you our best of videos from the RAL WORLD OF COLOUR. Watch the videos about products, new developments or exciting interviews. Enjoy watching them.

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Making the world more colourful and safer with colour standards

The journey of RAL colours began in 1927 – the first 40 most popular shades from industry and public applications were authoritatively defined on a colour card and given specific RAL numbers. Since then, the RAL CLASSIC colour collection has grown to 216 proven, timeless shades from the entire colour spectrum. Colour standards specifically for finely adjusted creative applications have been available since 1993 in the RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus with 1,825 shades, building on the CIELab colour space. RAL EFFECT followed in 2007. This is a colour range for innovative industrial and product design with 490 shades including striking metallic colours. The binding RAL colour standards have since been facilitating communication between architecture, design, skilled trades and industry for almost 100 years. They give confidence where clear colour communication is required – and support your creativity and your inventiveness to achieve modern, high-quality colour design.

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Professional advice on RAL colours

Do you have questions about our RAL colour ranges, about the colourful world of RAL colours? We have already compiled lots of detailed information for you on general issues and our colour collections in our FAQ. Furthermore, please contact us for professional advice about all our products. You can also find more information in our product overviews, videos, press releases or the Newsletter and use them to keep up to date. We look forward to your visit to our RAL world of colour!

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Workshops and Seminars

Discover seminars, workshops and individual solutions in colour design with the RAL ACADEMY.

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RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus

How does the RAL DESIGN SYSTEM plus work and which tools help when designing with the colour system?

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Current trend colours

Butterfly blue

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Butterfly blue

Butterfly blue evokes a sense of awe. Mesmerizing, like butterfly wings, it brings a touch of wonder to any setting. It’s particularly suitable for accent walls or furniture, statement fashion pieces, and refined details. This colour excels in digital and translucent designs. Perfect for adding optimistic highlights, it captivates from matte to metallic and glossy finishes.

Soft orange

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Soft orange

Soft orange gently fosters optimism. Uplifting and light, it creates a welcoming mood. As an atmospheric backdrop, it’s reminiscent of warm sun rays and can be a lovely alternative to white. However, it needs good lighting to look its best. Matte surfaces give it more visual stability and weight.

Maple red

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Maple red

Naturally eye-catching, it enhances the vibrancy of any palette. It’s ideal for lively pops of colour. Think trims or hero pieces, rather than larger zones. The luminance of displays or glossy surfaces makes it feel bolder, whilst matte surfaces soften its intensity.

Madder rose

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Madder rose

Madder rose stands for confident expression. Proud and unapologetic, it strikes the sweet spot between boldness and elegance. It works best for accentuating details, statement pieces, or energising zoning. Matt finishes feel more grounded for architectural elements. Glossy, metallic, or transparent finishes can work well for eye-catching product design.

Pinkish brown

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Pinkish brown

Versatile and deep, this tone is suitable for diverse applications, from architecture to graphic design and historic to contemporary styles. Pairing effortlessly with a wide range of colours, it performs well across various scales, lighting conditions, materials, and finishes. Since the RAL COLOUR FEELING 2026+ edition, it has been a consistent part of our consciously continued colours.

Antique pink

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Antique pink

Antique pink feels heart-warming and nourishing. Material and finish strongly affect its appearance. Matte and textured surfaces highlight its vintage charm, while glossy ones create a fresher look, and transparencies cast rosy shadows. This refined colour works beautifully in architecture, fashion, beauty, interior, and packaging design. As one of our consciously continued colours, it has been part of the RAL Colour Feeling palette since the 2027+ edition.

Chestnut brown

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Chestnut brown

Chestnut brown conveys warmth and stability. Grounding and flexible, this all-rounder colour is suitable for everything from rich accents to large-scale applications with longevity. Matte qualities often tend to fit better, but consider combining it with chrome or mirrored details for a contemporary contrast.

Transparent mauve

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Transparent mauve

Transparent mauve supports a more open culture. Soft and strong at the same time, this colour brings a distinctive flair to spaces, products, and details. Translucencies and good illumination make it appear more active in digital and physical applications. Matt surfaces support a more subdued and contemplative effect.

Broccoli green

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Broccoli green

Broccoli has an inherently relaxing effect. Well-rooted and warm, it feels as healthy as it sounds, making it an excellent choice for wholesome spaces and products. Use it at any scale in architecture, interiors, furniture, fashion, graphics, packaging, and automotive industries. Matte finishes enhance its calm presence and heritage feel, while metallic and glossier treatments bring added interest.

Date fruit brown

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Date fruit brown

Date fruit brown adds a warming glow. Aromatic and rich, this honeyed nuance adapts to a wide range of applications, including furniture, architecture, fashion, automotive, and more. Transparent and translucent materials work particularly well. Metallic or high-gloss finishes create a level of surprise. Do not use this colour as a wood stain, as it will look unnatural.

Pepper white

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Pepper white

Pepper white provides a calm base. Practical and quiet, this off-white is suitable for long-lasting applications. It is more relaxing for our nervous system at large scales than pure white, and of course it is more dirt-resistant. Additionally, its reduced contrast makes it easier to combine with many other colours. As one of our consciously continued colours, it has been a consistent part of the RAL Colour Feeling palette since the 2022+ edition.

Straw yellow

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Straw yellow

Straw yellow has a revitalising quality. Bright and radiant, it makes an upbeat impression even in small doses. It’s a playful colour choice for furniture, interior, and product design. To create a sunny atmosphere, good lighting is required, as yellows tend to feel dull in shady conditions. Matte finishes look more natural, glossy ones more dynamic.

Golden quartz ochre

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Golden quartz ochre

Golden quartz ochre is a nature-inspired all-rounder. Warm and flexible, it’s easy to use at any scale and across design categories. It’s an interesting option for larger investments like furniture, vehicles, or architectural elements. Ochres are better for shady areas than yellows, making them ideal for walls and ceilings. Depending on the light, the colour will look more golden or olive.

Light teal

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Light teal

Light teal feels airy and hopeful. Gently refreshing, it can be used generously on walls and ceilings or digital backdrops. Its balanced character also suits everything from architecture, furniture, packaging, fashion, and automotive design. Warmer tones pair beautifully. Since the RAL COLOUR FEELING 2026+ edition, it has been a consistent part of our consciously continued colours.

Kiwi sorbet green

RAL COLOUR FEELING 2028+ Kiwi sorbet green

Kiwi sorbet green instantly creates a contemporary feel. Clear and uplifting, it adds a fresh energy to physical and digital colour palettes alike. Feel free to use it for details, zoning, or all over at large scales. It’s most striking in good lighting and with smooth textures, as shadows or strong textures can make it appear dull. It’s a consciously continued colour of the RAL COLOUR FEELING palette since the 2027+ edition.

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