Iron Ore vs Minted
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Iron Ore reads as grey, while Minted reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Minted (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 63.8, 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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Iron Ore vs Minted Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Minted 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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