Artisan Tan vs Malabar
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Artisan Tan reads as beige-greige, while Malabar reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Malabar (LRV 53) reflects noticeably more light than Artisan Tan (LRV 33), a difference of 20 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 15.3, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Artisan Tan vs Malabar Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Artisan Tan on one side and Malabar 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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