Black Bean vs Fountain
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Black Bean reads as grey, while Fountain reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 39 vs 4, Fountain will read as the brighter of the two — a 36-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Black Bean's warm character against Fountain's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 58.6, 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.
Color Details
Black Bean vs Fountain Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black Bean on one side and Fountain 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.
More Black Bean comparisons
See how Black Bean stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
