Barren Plain vs Iron Mountain
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Barren Plain reads as greige-grey, while Iron Mountain reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Barren Plain (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Iron Mountain (LRV 11), a difference of 51 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 47.3, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Barren Plain vs Iron Mountain Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Barren Plain on one side and Iron Mountain 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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