Iron Ore vs Tame Teal
Iron Ore and Tame Teal come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Iron Ore reads as grey, while Tame Teal reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 68-point LRV gap — 73 for Tame Teal vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Tame Teal will open up a space more effectively. Where Iron Ore leans neutral, Tame Teal reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 61.6 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 Tame Teal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Tame Teal 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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