Cream
Cream is a bright and airy paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#F5EDDC
LRV
85.15
Cream's Color Strip
Cream is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Lily and Chalk. The strip spans from Buttermilk at the lightest end to Candle at the deepest. As part of strip Artisan1, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Cream in Real Rooms
Cream has a high LRV of 85.15 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Cream has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Cream gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Cream suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Cream sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Cream in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing Cream with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.
Cream on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Cream on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Cream in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Cream in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Cream can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
Cream on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Cream for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Cream on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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