Iron Ore
A velvety deep charcoal that is softer and richer than pure black. The designer favorite for front doors, kitchen islands, and accent walls.
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Iron Ore
๐๏ธ Interactive Room VisualizerLive Simulation
See Iron Ore on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.
๐ฌ Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant
Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.
Hexadecimal
#434341
Web & Digital
sRGB Values
67, 67, 65
Red, Green, Blue
LRV
6%
Absorbs Light
HSL
60°, 2%, 26%
Hue, Sat, Light
CMYK
0,0,3,74
Print coordinates
Brand Tier
premium
$82/gal MSRP
Top Budget Dupes for Iron Ore
CIEDE2000 RankedCalculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Cracked Pepper
Behr (PPU18-01)
$48/gal
"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Wrought Iron
Benjamin Moore (2124-10)
$94/gal
"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Dark Kettle Black
Valspar (4011-2)
$44/gal
"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Studio Green
Farrow & Ball (No. 93)
$145/gal
"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Iron Ore Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands
Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.
| Brand | Matching Color | Code | Swatch | Similarity | ΔE | Price / Gal | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Moore | Wrought Iron | 2124-10 | 84% | 3.8 | $94 | View Specs | |
| Farrow & Ball | Studio Green | No. 93 | 76.3% | 5.48 | $145 | View Specs | |
| Behr | Cracked Pepper | PPU18-01 | 88.8% | 2.87 | $48 | View Specs | |
| Magnolia Home | Weekend | JG-03 | 60.2% | 10.1 | $52 | View Specs | |
| Valspar | Dark Kettle Black | 4011-2 | 77% | 5.29 | $44 | View Specs |
Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Iron Ore
Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.
Pure White (SW 7005)
Sherwin-Williams โข LRV 84
Iron Ore (SW 7069)
Sherwin-Williams โข LRV 6
Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Iron Ore in Behr Marquee base".
Frequently Asked Questions About Iron Ore
What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore?
The official hexadecimal color code is #434341. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 67, Green: 67, Blue: 65.
What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Iron Ore?
Iron Ore has an LRV of 6. Its deep LRV makes it an anchor shade that creates intimate, cocoon-like spaces in dining rooms, offices, and powder rooms.
What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Iron Ore?
The closest budget alternative is Behr Cracked Pepper (PPU18-01), scoring a 88.8% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $34 per gallon.