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Desert Mirage

We've categorized Desert Mirage as a versatile and reflective paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#D1CABC

LRV

60.00

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Light Reflectance Value
60.00
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Desert Mirage's Color Strip

Desert Mirage is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Harrow Gate and Frond. The strip spans from Feather Stone at the lightest end to Black Heath at the deepest. Strip 178 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.

Desert Mirage in Real Rooms

Desert Mirage has a high LRV of 60 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

1 Bathroom Photo

Desert Mirage is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.

Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Bathroom

Desert Mirage in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.

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2 Bedroom Photos

To use Desert Mirage in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.

Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Bedroom

Desert Mirage in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.

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Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Bedroom

Desert Mirage fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.

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1 Dining Room Photo

For an "all-day" dining room, Desert Mirage is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.

Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Dining Room

Desert Mirage adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.

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2 Misc Photos

These examples of Desert Mirage in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.

Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Foyer

Desert Mirage on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.

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Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Sun Room

Desert Mirage in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.

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1 Kitchen Photo

The sophisticated undertones of Desert Mirage make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.

Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Kitchen

Desert Mirage keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.

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1 Living Room Photo

There is a specific "glow" that Desert Mirage takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

Desert Mirage 0231 by Cloverdale Paint — Living Room

Desert Mirage brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.

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Color Codes

HEX#D1CABC
RGB209, 202, 188
HSL40° 19% 78%
CIE LabL: 81.3 a: 0.9 b: 7.8
Strip178 pos. 3