Iron Ore vs Tamarix
Where Iron Ore belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Tamarix is a Tikkurila color. Iron Ore reads as grey, while Tamarix reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Tamarix (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. With a ΔE of 40.9, 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 Tamarix Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Tamarix 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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