Iron Ore vs Wave
Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams) and Wave (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Iron Ore reads as grey, while Wave reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 44-point LRV gap — 49 for Wave vs 6 for Iron Ore — means Wave will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 49.0 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 Wave Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Iron Ore on one side and Wave 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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