Iron Ore vs Social Butterfly
Iron Ore and Social Butterfly come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Iron Ore belongs to the grey family and Social Butterfly to the beige family. The 50-point LRV gap — 56 for Social Butterfly vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Social Butterfly will open up a space more effectively. Where Iron Ore leans neutral, Social Butterfly reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 78.7 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 Social Butterfly Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Social Butterfly 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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