Ivory vs Steel Symphony 3
Ivory and Steel Symphony 3 come from the same Dulux collection. Ivory reads as beige, while Steel Symphony 3 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 34-point LRV gap — 69 for Ivory vs 35 for Steel Symphony 3 — means Ivory will open up a space more effectively. Where Ivory leans warm, Steel Symphony 3 reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 31.2 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Ivory vs Steel Symphony 3 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ivory on one side and Steel Symphony 3 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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