High Sierra vs Iron Ore
High Sierra (PPG) and Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. High Sierra reads as blue, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 66-point LRV gap — 72 for High Sierra vs 6 for Iron Ore — means High Sierra will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 59.4 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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High Sierra vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see High Sierra 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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