Cavern Clay vs Ligonier Tan
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Cavern Clay reads as beige-pink, while Ligonier Tan reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Ligonier Tan (LRV 47) reflects noticeably more light than Cavern Clay (LRV 20), a difference of 27 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 27.9, 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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Cavern Clay vs Ligonier Tan Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cavern Clay on one side and Ligonier Tan 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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