Northern Lights vs Iron Ore
Northern Lights (PPG) and Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Northern Lights reads as green, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 78-point LRV gap — 84 for Northern Lights vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Northern Lights will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 65.7 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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Northern Lights vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Northern Lights 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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