Iron Ore vs Vintage
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Iron Ore reads as grey, while Vintage reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 24 vs 6, Vintage will read as the brighter of the two — a 18-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Iron Ore's neutral character against Vintage's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 31.3, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Vintage Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Vintage 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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