Appalachian Trail vs Iron Ore
Where Appalachian Trail belongs to PPG's range, Iron Ore is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Appalachian Trail belongs to the beige family and Iron Ore to the grey family. Appalachian Trail (LRV 48) reflects noticeably more light than Iron Ore (LRV 6), a difference of 42 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 54.3, 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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Appalachian Trail vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Appalachian Trail 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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