Shrinking Violet vs Iron Ore
Where Shrinking Violet belongs to PPG's range, Iron Ore is a Sherwin-Williams color. Shrinking Violet reads as blue-purple, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Shrinking Violet (LRV 23) reflects noticeably more light than Iron Ore (LRV 6), a difference of 17 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 38.9, 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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Shrinking Violet vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Shrinking Violet 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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