RAL 8011
Nut Brown
RAL 8011 Nut Brown is a deep, rich brown that captures the warm, dark color of mature walnut shells and roasted hazelnuts. This classic shade is a staple of traditional European architectural trim, heritage furniture finishing, and period-appropriate restoration work. Nut Brown provides the appearance of dark-stained hardwood on metal and composite surfaces, making it popular for window frames, door hardware, and decorative metalwork in traditional and transitional architectural styles.
Color Reference
WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 contrast for normal text. Results show this color as a background.
Spectrum & Perceptual Position
CIELAB is a perceptually uniform color space. Euclidean distance between two colors in this diagram closely matches human visual difference. The dot size shows your selected color; slightly larger dots are the nearest perceptual neighbors.
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Contrast ratios follow WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Green (≥4.5:1) passes AA for normal text. Amber (≥3:1) passes for large text only. Grey indicates low contrast.
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About These Recommendations
These are powder formulations that correspond to this RAL color based on manufacturer data sheets. Exact powders are coded to this specific RAL code. Close powders are visually similar alternatives we have used before. We do not sell powder directly — we use these formulations to coat your parts. Call us to discuss your project and we will confirm the best option for your timeline.