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Pointing vs Blank Canvas

Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 compared with Behr Blank Canvas DC-003

Pointing is a touch lighter (LRV 86 vs 82) than Blank Canvas. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.2) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Pointing on the left and Blank Canvas on the right
Pointing · Farrow & BallBlank Canvas · BehrPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 1.2 · Very close

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

Which to choose

For a small or dim room, Pointing reflects more light (LRV 86).

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Side by side

PointingBlank Canvas
BrandFarrow & BallBehr
CodeNo.2003DC-003
LRV8682
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyWhiteWhite
HEX#F4EFE1#F0EADB
Good fortrim and doors, ceilingswhole-house walls, living rooms

Questions

What is the difference between Pointing and Blank Canvas?

Pointing is a touch lighter (LRV 86 vs 82) than Blank Canvas. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.2) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Pointing or Blank Canvas?

Pointing is lighter, with an LRV of 86 against 82.

How does Pointing compare to Blank Canvas in a north-facing room?

Pointing's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms. The same goes for Blank Canvas.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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