Admiralty vs Iron Ore
Admiralty (PPG) and Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Admiralty reads as blue, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 6 vs 6 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. A ΔE of 14.8 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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Admiralty vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Admiralty 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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