Enlightened Lime vs Iron Ore
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Enlightened Lime reads as green-yellow, while Iron Ore reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Enlightened Lime (LRV 80) reflects noticeably more light than Iron Ore (LRV 6), a difference of 74 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean neutral, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 64.0, 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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Enlightened Lime vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Enlightened Lime 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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