Freshwater vs Iron Ore
Freshwater and Iron Ore come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Freshwater belongs to the blue family and Iron Ore to the grey family. The 26-point LRV gap — 32 for Freshwater vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Freshwater will open up a space more effectively. Where Freshwater leans cool, Iron Ore reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 44.5 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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Freshwater vs Iron Ore Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Freshwater 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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