Almond Paste vs Iron Ore
Almond Paste is a PPG color while Iron Ore comes from Sherwin-Williams. Almond Paste reads as beige, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 70 vs 6, Almond Paste will read as the brighter of the two — a 64-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 60.3, 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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Almond Paste vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Almond Paste 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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