Sweet Alyssum vs Iron Ore
Sweet Alyssum (PPG) and Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Sweet Alyssum belongs to the pink-purple family and Iron Ore to the grey family. The 56-point LRV gap — 62 for Sweet Alyssum vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Sweet Alyssum will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 57.9 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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Sweet Alyssum vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Sweet Alyssum 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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