White Iris vs Yam
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. White Iris reads as blue-white, while Yam reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 76 vs 23, White Iris will read as the brighter of the two — a 52-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — White Iris's cool character against Yam's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 62.9, 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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White Iris vs Yam Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see White Iris on one side and Yam 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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