Cloudburst
Often used for its versatile qualities, Cloudburst 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
#A8A7A0
LRV
38.50
Cloudburst's Color Strip
Cloudburst is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Mountain Ash and Graphite. The strip spans from Dark Navy at the lightest end to Pacific Dogwood at the deepest. Color strip Ex24 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Cloudburst in Real Rooms
Cloudburst has a medium-high LRV of 38.5 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Cloudburst provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Cloudburst in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Cloudburst is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Cloudburst in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Cloudburst fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Cloudburst, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Cloudburst adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Cloudburst, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Cloudburst on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Cloudburst in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Cloudburst in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Cloudburst keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Cloudburst. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Cloudburst brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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