Earthling
Earthling is a versatile and reflective paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#DDD5C7
LRV
67.00
Earthling's Color Strip
Earthling is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Herare White and Oak Tone. The strip spans from Herare White at the lightest end to Brown Suede at the deepest. As part of strip 177, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Earthling in Real Rooms
Earthling has a high LRV of 67 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Earthling 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.
Earthling in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Earthling 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.
Earthling in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Earthling fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Earthling 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.
Earthling adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
See how Earthling 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.
Earthling on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Earthling in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Earthling 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.
Earthling keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Earthling 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.
Earthling brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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