RAL K7 Colour Fan
Colour Fan in a Easy-to-Use Format.
The RAL K7 CLASSIC Colour Fan is a trusted, compact tool for professionals who need fast and reliable colour referencing. Featuring 216 well-established RAL CLASSIC shades, this water-based fan deck presents five colours per page, each clearly labelled with its official RAL code and name for seamless communication across teams and industries.
Lightweight and easy to carry, the RAL K7 is perfect for quick comparisons, developing colour combinations, or defining harmonies and contrasts. Whether you're in the office, on a construction site, or visiting clients, the K7 offers a practical overview of the most widely used colour system in architecture, design, and manufacturing.
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RAL K7 – A Global Standard for Colour Communication
The RAL K7 CLASSIC Colour Fan provides a consistent, industry-recognised colour reference used by manufacturers and designers worldwide. Featuring solid, metallic, safety, and signal colours, it supports a broad spectrum of application-based design decisions. Each of the 216 shades is clearly marked with its RAL code and English name for international collaboration. Additional translations in German, French, Spanish, and Chinese are included on dedicated pages, making it a truly multilingual tool for global colour specification.
Why Water-Based Colour Makes a Difference
The RAL K7 CLASSIC is manufactured using water-based coatings, drastically reducing the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Compared to traditional nitrocellulose lacquer, this process cuts VOC emissions by approximately 90% equivalent to avoiding nearly 36 tonnes of CO₂ emissions across a 250,000 unit production run. Beyond its environmental impact, the water-based lacquer offers improved UV resistance and reduced yellowing over time. Like all RAL products, every K7 fan is produced in Germany under strict quality and testing standards.
Behind the Scenes – How the RAL K7 Colour Fan Is Made
Unlike standard printed colour guides, RAL K7 colour shades are applied using a professional lacquering process for maximum colour accuracy. Much of the fan's production involves careful manual steps to ensure consistency and quality. The RAL K7 is the first high-gloss, water-based fan deck of its kind manufactured with the same precision and craftsmanship that define all RAL tools. Watch our video to discover the attention to detail that goes into each fan.
Practical, Portable and Reliable for Everyday Use
The RAL K7 CLASSIC is designed to be your go-to tool for quick and accurate colour selection, whether in the studio, on-site or during client meetings. Its compact fan format makes it easy to carry and reference on the move, while the organised layout helps users develop harmonious colour combinations and create subtle contrasts. Designers and professionals can also quickly assess the full grey spectrum within the RAL CLASSIC range—making it a dependable resource for high-quality, informed design decisions.
