Castor
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Castor remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#736A5E
LRV
14.76
Castor's Color Strip
Castor is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. As part of strip Ex35, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Castor in Real Rooms
Castor has a low LRV of 14.76 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Castor can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
The walls here show Castor in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Castor has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
A bedroom painted in Castor — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Castor in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Castor encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
See Castor in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Castor provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
A foyer painted in Castor sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Castor's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Castor adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
This kitchen scene shows how Castor holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Castor is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
See how Castor holds up in a real living room setting.
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