Pewter Tankard vs Surfer
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Pewter Tankard reads as greige-grey, while Surfer reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 33 vs 29, Pewter Tankard will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Pewter Tankard's warm character against Surfer's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 39.4, 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.
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Pewter Tankard vs Surfer Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pewter Tankard on one side and Surfer 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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