Cherish is the Word
Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Cherish is the Word remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#E5E2DA
LRV
76.00
Cherish is the Word's Color Strip
Cherish is the Word is the first shade on this 4-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Strip 189 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Cherish is the Word in Real Rooms
Cherish is the Word has a high LRV of 76 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Cherish is the Word 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 Cherish is the Word in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Cherish is the Word 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 Cherish is the Word — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Cherish is the Word in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Cherish is the Word 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 Cherish is the Word in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Cherish is the Word 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 Cherish is the Word sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Cherish is the Word's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Cherish is the Word 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 Cherish is the Word holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Cherish is the Word 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 Cherish is the Word holds up in a real living room setting.
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