Iron Ore vs H496
Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) and H496 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Iron Ore reads as grey, while H496 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 61-point LRV gap — 67 for H496 vs 6 for Iron Ore — means H496 will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 57.4 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 H496 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and H496 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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