Parrot Green vs Iron Ore
Parrot Green is a Benjamin Moore color while Iron Ore comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Parrot Green belongs to the beige-green family and Iron Ore to the grey family. At LRV 42 vs 6, Parrot Green will read as the brighter of the two — a 37-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Parrot Green's yellow character against Iron Ore's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 56.6, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Parrot Green vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Parrot Green 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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