Iron Ore vs Lily
Iron Ore and Lily come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Iron Ore belongs to the grey family and Lily to the beige-yellow family. The 75-point LRV gap — 81 for Lily vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Lily will open up a space more effectively. Where Iron Ore leans neutral, Lily reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 66.3 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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Iron Ore vs Lily Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Lily 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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