Coastal Crush vs Iron Ore
Coastal Crush (PPG) and Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Coastal Crush reads as green-grey, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 44-point LRV gap — 50 for Coastal Crush vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Coastal Crush will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 48.9 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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Coastal Crush vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Coastal Crush 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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