RAL 1014 - Ivory
RAL 1014 (Ivory) is a RAL Classic color with a HEX approximation of #E1CC4F, RGB 225, 204, 79, and CMYK 0/9/65/12. It is a beige tone typically used in architectural finishes, classic equipment casings, and traditional building elements. Its closest Pantone Solid Coated match is 458 C (Delta E 2.02), and its closest RAL neighbor is RAL 1017 (Saffron Yellow).
About RAL 1014
RAL beiges are architectural neutrals - warm, understated tones that read as timeless rather than trendy. They are used where a classic, residential, or traditional feel is wanted on manufactured surfaces.
RAL codes are administered by RAL gGmbH, a German quality-assurance institute. The RAL Classic library - 213 codes across nine hue families - is the standard for paint, powder-coat, and plastic finishes across Europe, and is used internationally wherever industrial color specification is required. Like every RAL code, RAL 1014 is defined by a physical paint swatch rather than a digital value; the HEX approximation #E1CC4F is the most commonly-published reference, but physical paint chips are the only authoritative source.
Closest Pantone match
The closest Pantone Solid Coated color to RAL 1014 is 458 C (#D9C756), with a perceptual difference of Delta E 2000 = 2.02. This is a very close match suitable for most print reproduction needs.
Closest RAL Classic neighbors
These RAL codes are perceptually closest to RAL 1014, sorted by Delta E 2000. Codes within the same family differ by Delta E 2-8 typically - siblings rather than duplicates.
Where RAL 1014 is used
RAL 1014 is typically specified in architectural finishes, classic equipment casings, and traditional building elements. Its beige tone makes it appropriate wherever a refined, specialty, or decorative palette is wanted. Before specifying RAL 1014 for a production run, verify the color against a physical RAL swatch under the actual lighting conditions and finish (matte, semi-gloss, gloss) that will be used - the same code looks meaningfully different across substrates.
Frequently asked questions
What is RAL 1014 in HEX?
RAL 1014 (Ivory) has a HEX approximation of #E1CC4F. This is the widely-published mid-range value - RAL is a physical paint standard, and different reference sources vary by 2-5% for the same code. #E1CC4F is close to every commonly-published reference for RAL 1014.
What is RAL 1014 in RGB?
RAL 1014 converts to RGB 225, 204, 79. Its CMYK print approximation is 0/9/65/12. These values are approximations for design reference - always verify against a physical RAL swatch before production, because paint and ink reflect light very differently.
What Pantone color is closest to RAL 1014?
The closest Pantone Solid Coated match to RAL 1014 is 458 C (#D9C756), with a perceptual difference of Delta E 2000 = 2.02. This is a very close match and is likely suitable for print reproduction.
What RAL color is closest to RAL 1014?
The closest RAL Classic neighbors to RAL 1014 are RAL 1017 (Saffron Yellow, Delta E 5.1), RAL 1021 (Rape Yellow, Delta E 6.2), RAL 1012 (Lemon Yellow, Delta E 6.4). RAL codes within the same family typically differ by Delta E 2-8 - close enough to feel like siblings, distinct enough to be visibly different on a physical swatch.
Where is RAL 1014 commonly used?
RAL 1014 is typically used in architectural finishes, classic equipment casings, and traditional building elements. Its beige tone makes it suitable for contexts where this specific hue family carries the intended brand or safety meaning. Verify with a physical swatch under the actual lighting and finish conditions before specifying for a production run.