Storehouse Solitaire

Storehouse (also called Thirteen Up) is a Canfield variant where all four 2s start on the foundations instead of a random base card. This fixed starting point makes the game more predictable and strategic. You build foundations up in suit from 2 to Ace (wrapping around). The 13-card reserve pile remains, but knowing the foundation base eliminates one major variable.

How to Play Storehouse Solitaire

What’s Different from Classic Canfield?

All four 2s start on foundations instead of a random base card. You always know what to build toward, making it more strategic and predictable.

Layout

A stock pile and waste pile on the left. One card is dealt face-up to start the first foundation — its rank becomes the base for all four foundations. 13 cards are dealt to a reserve pile (only the top card face-up). 4 tableau columns of 1 card each.

Objective

Move all cards to the four foundation piles, building up by suit and wrapping from King back to Ace.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Note the foundation starter card — all four foundations must start with this same rank (e.g. if a 7 is dealt, all foundations start from 7).
Build foundations up by suit, wrapping around: e.g. if starting at 7, build 7-8-9-10-J-Q-K-A-2-3-4-5-6.
Build tableau columns in descending order with alternating colors (e.g. red 9 on black 10). Tableau also wraps (Ace goes on 2, King goes on Ace).
Click the stock pile to draw cards (1 or 3 depending on variant) to the waste pile. Play the top waste card.
Play the top card of the reserve pile whenever possible — clearing the reserve is crucial.
When a tableau column is empty, the top reserve card automatically fills it. If the reserve is empty, any card can fill the space.
Win when all four foundations are filled (13 cards each).

Other Canfield Variations

Or go back to Canfield Solitaire.

Classic Canfieldhard

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Turn 1 Canfieldmedium

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Turn 2 Canfieldhard

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Turn 3 Canfieldhard

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Rainbow Canfieldmedium

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Fascination

Play Fascination Solitaire online for free — a Canfield variant.

Why Play Storehouse Solitaire Online?

Originally a casino betting game, Canfield challenges you to beat the house. With a 13-card reserve pile and a rotating foundation base, no two games start the same way. Its casino heritage means the scoring is built around risk versus reward.

Game Features

Casino Heritage — Originally a real casino betting game with Vegas scoring
Random Foundation Base — Every game starts from a different rank
13-Card Reserve — Clear the reserve pile for maximum flexibility
Unlimited Undo — Master the wrapping sequences at your own pace
Smart Hints — Navigate the complex reserve-to-foundation strategy
Mobile Friendly — Compact layout works beautifully on small screens

Storehouse Tips and Strategies

With 2s already on foundations, look for 3s immediately. Build tableau columns in descending alternating color as usual. Clear the reserve pile as quickly as possible — it's your biggest constraint. Since you know the foundation base, plan your entire sequence from 2 through Ace.

Storehouse Solitaire Rules

A Canfield variant where all four 2s start on the foundations. Build foundations up by suit from 2 to Ace (wrapping through King). 13 cards dealt to the reserve pile. 4 tableau columns of 1 card each. Build tableau down by the same suit. Draw from stock. Empty columns auto-fill from the reserve. Win when all foundations are complete.

Scoring System

In Canfield, originally a casino game, each card placed on a foundation earns 10 points. Moving a card from waste to tableau earns 5 points, and revealing a face-down card earns 5 points. Moving a card back from the foundation costs 15 points.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Canfield players often forget to use the reserve pile strategically. Play from the reserve whenever possible, as clearing it opens up many more moves. Don't rush cards to the foundation if they're needed for building tableau sequences.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Storehouse Solitaire.

What is Storehouse Solitaire?

Storehouse Solitaire is a classic card game you can play for free online at Solitaire.fyi. No downloads or registration required — play instantly in your browser on any device.

How does Storehouse differ from Canfield?

Storehouse always starts with 2s on the foundations, while Canfield uses a random card. This makes Storehouse more predictable and slightly easier to plan. The core gameplay of clearing the reserve pile and building foundations remains the same.

Is Storehouse Solitaire free to play?

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What is a good win rate for Storehouse Solitaire?

Win rates vary by variant and skill level. Experienced players typically win 30-60% of games depending on the variant. Using undo and hints can help you improve.

History of Storehouse Solitaire

Canfield is named after Richard A. Canfield, a famous 19th-century American gambler who operated casinos in New York and Saratoga Springs. In his casino, players paid $52 for a deck and earned $5 for each card placed on foundations. The house edge was substantial — average payouts were around $25, netting Canfield a steady profit. Today, the original casino rules are known as the "Vegas" scoring variant.

Cognitive Benefits of Storehouse

Canfield exercises adaptive planning — the random foundation base means you must recalculate your strategy every game. Managing the 13-card reserve while tracking wrapping sequences builds working memory capacity. The game's casino origins also train intuitive probability assessment.

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