Acanthus
Acanthus begins as a green color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. Its beige, greige and yellow classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. The manufacturer's description below offers one reading; the room imagery leaves space for your own.
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#CDCDB4LRV
59.94
Acanthus in Rooms
Follow Acanthus from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 15 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
1 House Photo
1 sourced room photo gives the gallery a lived-in point of reference. Together they show Acanthus (0029) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Exterior siding painted in Acanthus frames the front entrance beautifully.
@jaredboutwell
2 Misc Photos
In an assortment of spaces that reveals the color outside a single design formula, the most interesting quality of Acanthus (0029) may be the way it responds to a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. The beige, greige, yellow hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Wooden dresser in Acanthus provides rich depth to this bedroom arrangement.
@birminghamhomeandgarden
Wall finish in Acanthus brings quiet sophistication to any room.
@movedhouse
2 Kitchen Photos
Across 2 kitchen images, Acanthus (0029) meets daylight, task lighting and evening pendants. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
Kitchen cabinets in Acanthus create a sophisticated, anchored look.
@freshlypaintedpa
Cabinet fronts in Acanthus ground the kitchen with understated elegance.
@freshlypaintedpa
3 Living Room Photos
In a space shaped by conversation, quiet evenings and changing daylight, the most interesting quality of Acanthus (0029) may be the way it responds to upholstery, timber, art and metal accents. The beige, greige, yellow hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Living room walls in Acanthus establish a refined, cohesive backdrop.
@dan_mitt
Wall color Acanthus brings depth and balance to this living space.
@amylauraboydston
Wall treatment in Acanthus anchors furnishings in this relaxing living area.
@movedhouse
5 Bathroom Photos
The beige, greige, yellow hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let window light, mirrors and focused task lighting and tile, stone, glass, timber and metal fixtures guide the final sample decision.
Bathroom vanity and walls in Acanthus create a spa-like sanctuary.
@boydandcocabinets
Tile and trim in Acanthus establish a calm, collected aesthetic.
@boydandcocabinets
Bathroom walls painted Acanthus provide a soothing, grounded atmosphere.
@boydandcocabinets
Painted surfaces throughout this bath in Acanthus deliver understated elegance.
@boydandcocabinets
Bathroom walls in Acanthus complement both light and fixture finishes.
@boydandcocabinets
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
2 sourced room photos give the gallery a lived-in point of reference. Together they show Acanthus (0029) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Kitchen cabinetry in Acanthus frames the cooking space with timeless style.
@housebesidethebigoak
Cabinet paint in Acanthus adds refined character to kitchen storage.
@housebesidethebigoak
Coordinating Colors
Restful White reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 60), opening up a space where Acanthus encloses it.
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 41), opening up a space where Vintage Vessel encloses it.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 61 vs 60), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 60 vs 60), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 9-point LRV gap (60 vs 51) makes Acanthus the marginally brighter of the two.
A 11-point LRV gap (60 vs 49) makes Acanthus the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 60 and 59, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 60 vs 58), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 20), opening up a space where Soulful Blue encloses it.
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 28), opening up a space where Dusty Heather encloses it.
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 12), opening up a space where Purple Passage encloses it.
At LRV 60 vs 4, Acanthus is decisively the brighter choice.
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 35), opening up a space where Vesper Violet encloses it.
Lady's Slipper reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 60), opening up a space where Acanthus encloses it.
Lighter Colors
At LRV 76 vs 60, Ethereal White is decisively the brighter choice.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 61 vs 60), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 12-point LRV gap (72 vs 60) makes Nonchalant White the marginally brighter of the two.
Darker Colors
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 36), opening up a space where Glade Green encloses it.
A 9-point LRV gap (60 vs 51) makes Acanthus the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 60 vs 42, Acanthus is decisively the brighter choice.
Acanthus reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 31), opening up a space where Lemon Verbena encloses it.
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Manufacturer description
This softly muted green whispers of sage gardens and understated elegance, with neutral undertones that feel both calming and grounded. Perfect for bedrooms, studies, or any retreat space where you want nature's gentle influence without bold assertion.
Attributed to Sherwin-Williams catalog data.