Widely recognised across Europe and beyond, RAL is a standard colour matching system that ensures consistency and precision in colour selection, making it the go-to option for architects, designers, and manufacturers. Originally created in 1927, the RAL colour system has evolved to include thousands of colours that can be applied to a wide range of materials, including the frames and profiles of windows.
The system is divided into several categories, with RAL Classic being the most used for window finishes. This category includes over 200 colours, each identified by a unique four-digit code. (e.g. RAL 9010 stands for pure white).
RAL 7016, known as Anthracite Grey, is a popular choice for modern window frames due to its sleek, contemporary look.
RAL Classic – The most well-known part of the system, this includes around 213 colours.
RAL Design – A more extensive system with over 1,600 colours, typically used by designers and architects. This includes a seven-digit code that reflects the colours hue, lightness and chroma (e.g. RAL 200 50 30).
RAL Effect – This set includes metallic and pearlescent colours, offering additional options other than Classic and Design ranges.
RAL Plastics – Specifically for plastics to match the colours in the Classic and Design ranges.
Choosing the right colour for your windows depends on the overall style of your property and the aesthetics you are going for. Some RAL colours have proven to be popular when choosing new windows.
Popular RAL colours for windows include:
7016 RAL Colour (Anthracite Grey) – This has become a rising popular colour especially for modern homes attracting the younger audience. It’s dark sleek appearance pairs well with many architectural styles offering a contemporary look.
Black RAL Colour (9005 Jet Black) – Jet black is a top choice as it contrasts with light-coloured walls and creates a dramatic statement.
RAL Colour 7032 (Pebble Grey) – One of the newest additions to our range, pebble grey is a wonderfully warm mid taupe. The colour falls in the grey hues category and can matched perfectly with one of our Rockdoors!
Here’s our step-by-step guide to choose the right windows for your home:
One of the best features of our Profile 22 windows is their ability to be customised to match your home’s existing style or help you create a whole new look! We have a massive variety of colours available, alongside a choice of hardware to get the perfect finishing touch.
We also have a selection of woodgrain foils available for homeowners looking to maintain that heritage timber look. These woodgrains come in bright shades like Irish oak or darker, moodier expressions such as Rosewood.
Flush Casement Windows are designed to impress. Tailor your windows to suit your unique style and preferences. With a wide range of colours, finishes, and hardware options available, you can create windows that perfectly complement your home’s aesthetic, adding a personalised touch to every detail.
Deceuninck offer various colours with 2 different ranges! – below is an example of their Premium Colour Foils which has been specifically designed to help you put together the perfect colour palette for your home.
DW Windows is proud to provide Deceuninck’s Heritage Collection range of Heritage flush casement windows for Dudley, Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas in the West Midlands. The Heritage flush casement windows stand out from normal casements due to their sashes that close into the frame and finish flush with the face of the window.
We have a massive selection of colourways and classic woodgrain foils available for our Heritage flush casement windows.
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