Ironclad vs Nocturne
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Ironclad reads as grey, while Nocturne reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Ironclad (LRV 11) reflects noticeably more light than Nocturne (LRV 8), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Ironclad runs neutral while Nocturne is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 6.8 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Ironclad vs Nocturne Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ironclad on one side and Nocturne 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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