Folk Tales
Folk Tales is a genuinely dark paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#7A7050
LRV
16.00
Folk Tales's Color Strip
Folk Tales is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip 8 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Folk Tales in Real Rooms
Folk Tales has a low LRV of 16 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Folk Tales has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
The walls here show Folk Tales in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Folk Tales 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.
A bedroom painted in Folk Tales — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Folk Tales in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing Folk Tales 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.
See Folk Tales in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Folk Tales 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.
A foyer painted in Folk Tales sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Folk Tales's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Folk Tales 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.
This kitchen scene shows how Folk Tales holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Folk Tales 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.
See how Folk Tales holds up in a real living room setting.
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