ColorplanUrbane Bronze vs Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams Urbane Bronze SW 7048 compared with Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore SW 7069
Urbane Bronze is a touch lighter (LRV 10 vs 7), noticeably warmer and a touch more colorful than Iron Ore. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They look clearly different (ΔE 6.0), so they create a different feel rather than being substitutes.
ΔE 6.0 · Clearly different
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Urbane Bronze reflects more light (LRV 10).
Side by side
| Urbane Bronze | Iron Ore | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | SW 7048 | SW 7069 |
| LRV | 10 | 7 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #60564B | #4D4842 |
| Good for | accent walls, front doors | accent walls, front doors |
Questions
What is the difference between Urbane Bronze and Iron Ore?
Urbane Bronze is a touch lighter (LRV 10 vs 7), noticeably warmer and a touch more colorful than Iron Ore. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They look clearly different (ΔE 6.0), so they create a different feel rather than being substitutes.
Which is lighter, Urbane Bronze or Iron Ore?
Urbane Bronze is lighter, with an LRV of 10 against 7.
How does Urbane Bronze compare to Iron Ore in a north-facing room?
Urbane Bronze will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright. The same goes for Iron Ore.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.