Ballerina vs Iron Ore
Ballerina (PPG) and Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Ballerina belongs to the pink-red family and Iron Ore to the grey family. The 70-point LRV gap — 76 for Ballerina vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Ballerina will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 62.0 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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Ballerina vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ballerina 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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