RAL 1014 Ivory Paint

Use standard RAL 1014 Ivory when:

• The spec calls for the RAL standard color (swatch/card) and not a specific existing part.
• Cross-material coordination is expected (e.g., powder-coated cabinet vs liquid-painted conduit) and minor sheen/texture differences are acceptable.
• The area is low-criticality (small touch-ups, chips, non-primary surfaces) and close visual harmony is sufficient.

Prefer a sample-based or OEM match when:

• You must match an existing coated part, not just the RAL standard.
• High-visibility or large-area work is involved (panels, doors, equipment enclosures).
• There are strict inspection/acceptance criteria or side-by-side comparisons.
• A known OEM powder code exists and must be followed.

Key risks to manage:

• RAL defines the color target, not the coating process, gloss, or texture. Liquid vs powder can look different even if both claim RAL 1014.
• Lighting drives perception. Check samples in the actual service lighting before approval.

To reduce acceptance risk, document:

• Target reference (RAL standard vs a provided part); required gloss range and texture.
• Coating process (powder vs liquid) and intended viewing distance.
• Inspection conditions (lighting type, angle, distance) and pass/fail criteria.

Primer needs depend on substrate and service environment. General guidance:

• Bare carbon steel: Remove oil/rust, abrade to a uniform profile. Use an epoxy or corrosion-resistant DTM primer. For aggressive environments, prefer epoxy build primers.
• Hot-dip galvanized steel: Degrease, remove passivation/white rust, light scuff or sweep. Use a wash/etch primer or galvanized-compatible epoxy primer.
• Aluminum: Clean/deoxidize and scuff. Use an adhesion/etch primer or epoxy primer.
• Stainless steel: Solvent clean and scuff. Use an epoxy adhesion primer.
• Previously painted surfaces: Clean and scuff sand. If the coating is sound and compatible, spot-prime bare areas and topcoat. If unknown, test a small area first.
• Plastics (ABS, PVC, etc.): Clean thoroughly; use the appropriate plastic adhesion promoter, then prime as specified by that system.

Color-hiding note for RAL 1014 Ivory:

• It is a light shade; use a white or light gray primer to reduce coats and prevent color shift. Dark primers will require more film build to achieve target appearance.

Repair considerations:

• Match chemistry where possible (e.g., 2K over 2K). Verify recoat windows and compatibility from product datasheets.
• Always perform a small on-site adhesion and appearance test under actual lighting before full application.

Often yes. For cross-material coordination (cabinet vs conduit/racks/fixtures), a standard liquid RAL 1014 Ivory is typically sufficient because texture and gloss are expected to differ.

How to confirm quickly:

• Obtain a liquid sample panel in RAL 1014 and view it next to the installed powder-coated part under the actual site lighting.
• Set an acceptance target such as a close visual match at normal viewing distance (e.g., 1-2 meters), allowing reasonable gloss/texture differences.
• If gloss is sensitive, specify a target gloss range for the liquid topcoat to approximate the existing appearance.

Escalate to a sample/OEM match if:

• Components are adjacent and viewed side-by-side under inspection lighting.
• There is a formal pass/fail requirement beyond general visual harmony.
• The OEM powder code is specified and must be replicated.

Reminder: RAL defines the color target, not the process. Always evaluate under the lighting where the equipment will be used to avoid perception surprises.

Yes, our spray paint, paint pens and touch up bottles are ideal for touching up parts of all kinds, including powder coatings. However, keep in mind that our version of RAL1014 Ivory is based on the color swatch contained in the official RAL color book. The color and sheen of your specific production parts may be different. If you need a touch up application, we can create a touch up solution precisely matching your specific parts.

Learn more about our color matching service.

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to RAL1014 Ivory enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray can will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

While we can provide RAL1014 Ivory in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.