Fountain vs Mosaic
Fountain (Sherwin-Williams) and Mosaic (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 9-point LRV gap — 39 for Fountain vs 30 for Mosaic — means Fountain will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 13.0 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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Fountain vs Mosaic Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Fountain on one side and Mosaic 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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