Cheddar Cheese
Often used for its versatile qualities, Cheddar Cheese remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#EF8945
LRV
37.00
Cheddar Cheese's Color Strip
Cheddar Cheese is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip 60 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Cheddar Cheese in Real Rooms
Cheddar Cheese has a medium-high LRV of 37 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
Cheddar Cheese is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.
The walls here show Cheddar Cheese in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
To use Cheddar Cheese in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.
A bedroom painted in Cheddar Cheese — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Cheddar Cheese in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
For an "all-day" dining room, Cheddar Cheese is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.
See Cheddar Cheese in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
These examples of Cheddar Cheese in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
A foyer painted in Cheddar Cheese sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Cheddar Cheese's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of Cheddar Cheese make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.
This kitchen scene shows how Cheddar Cheese holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
There is a specific "glow" that Cheddar Cheese takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.
See how Cheddar Cheese holds up in a real living room setting.
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