Iron Ore vs H486
Iron Ore is a Sherwin-Williams color while H486 comes from Tikkurila. Hue-wise, Iron Ore belongs to the grey family and H486 to the greige-grey family. At LRV 56 vs 6, H486 will read as the brighter of the two — a 50-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 51.2, 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 H486 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and H486 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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