Simply Sage vs Iron Ore
Where Simply Sage belongs to Behr's range, Iron Ore is a Sherwin-Williams color. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Simply Sage (LRV 38) reflects noticeably more light than Iron Ore (LRV 6), a difference of 33 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Simply Sage runs yellow while Iron Ore is decidedly neutral, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 41.3, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below you'll find 2 real-room photo comparisons where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Simply Sage vs Iron Ore in Real Spaces
2 real rooms side by side. Seeing Simply Sage and Iron Ore in actual rooms makes the difference concrete; browse the spaces below to get a feel for how each color lives on a wall.
Bedroom
The context that matters most in a bedroom is how a color reads under a bedside lamp at night, not under noon daylight. Simply Sage reflects noticeably more light off the walls, making the space read more open than Iron Ore.
Kitchen
In a kitchen, colors are seen under bright task lighting that amplifies undertones — what reads neutral elsewhere can show its hand here. Simply Sage reflects noticeably more light off the walls, making the space read more open than Iron Ore.
Color Details
Simply Sage vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Simply Sage on one side and Iron Ore on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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