Bay Leaf
With a focus on versatile tones, Bay Leaf (CA142) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#A99F8F
LRV
35.21
Bay Leaf's Color Strip
Bay Leaf is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Cardamom and Basil. The strip spans from Cardamom at the lightest end to Ash Glaze at the deepest. Strip Artisan21 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Bay Leaf in Real Rooms
Bay Leaf has a medium LRV of 35.21 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Bay Leaf holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Bay Leaf gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Bay Leaf rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Bay Leaf sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Bay Leaf in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Bay Leaf provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.
Bay Leaf on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Bay Leaf adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Bay Leaf in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Bay Leaf in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Bay Leaf is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Bay Leaf on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Bay Leaf provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Bay Leaf on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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