Iron Ore vs New Colonial Yellow
Iron Ore and New Colonial Yellow come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Iron Ore reads as grey, while New Colonial Yellow reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 41-point LRV gap — 46 for New Colonial Yellow vs 6 for Iron Ore — means New Colonial Yellow will open up a space more effectively. Where Iron Ore leans neutral, New Colonial Yellow reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 54.5 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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Iron Ore vs New Colonial Yellow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and New Colonial Yellow 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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