Canvas Tan vs Fountain
Canvas Tan and Fountain come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Canvas Tan belongs to the beige family and Fountain to the blue family. The 25-point LRV gap — 64 for Canvas Tan vs 39 for Fountain — means Canvas Tan will open up a space more effectively. Where Canvas Tan leans warm, Fountain reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 40.2 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Canvas Tan vs Fountain Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Canvas Tan 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.
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