Iron Ore vs Stay in Lime
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Iron Ore reads as grey, while Stay in Lime reads as yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Stay in Lime (LRV 38) reflects noticeably more light than Iron Ore (LRV 6), a difference of 32 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 57.3, 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 Stay in Lime Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Stay in Lime 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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