Cold North
Cold North is a versatile paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#5F9E9D
LRV
30.00
Cold North's Color Strip
Cold North is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Stillwater and Atmosphere. The strip spans from Snow Drift at the lightest end to Blue Period at the deepest. As part of strip 139, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Cold North in Real Rooms
Cold North has a medium LRV of 30 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Cold North brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Cold North gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Cold North creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
Cold North sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Cold North in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Cold North is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.
Cold North on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
See how Cold North is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Cold North in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Cold North in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Cold North in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Cold North on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Cold North acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.
Cold North on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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