Cypress
We've categorized Cypress as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#6F7D6E
LRV
19.17
Cypress's Color Strip
Cypress is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Dewdrop and Hemlock. The strip spans from Silver Glass at the lightest end to Sage at the deepest. Color strip Artisan26 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Cypress in Real Rooms
Cypress has a medium LRV of 19.17 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Cypress in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
The walls here show Cypress in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Cypress really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
A bedroom painted in Cypress — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Cypress in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Cypress does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
See Cypress in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
These photos show Cypress in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
A foyer painted in Cypress sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Cypress's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Cypress provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
This kitchen scene shows how Cypress holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Cypress creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
See how Cypress holds up in a real living room setting.
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