Golden Lake
Golden Lake 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
#D6C7A3
LRV
58.00
Golden Lake's Color Strip
Golden Lake is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Peaceable Kingdom and Green Gold. The strip spans from Chic Magnet at the lightest end to Herald's Trumpet at the deepest. Strip 16 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Golden Lake in Real Rooms
Golden Lake has a high LRV of 58 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Golden Lake 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.
Golden Lake gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
@visualization
2 Bedroom Photos
To use Golden Lake 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.
Golden Lake sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
@visualization
Golden Lake in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
@visualization
1 Dining Room Photo
For an "all-day" dining room, Golden Lake 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.
Golden Lake on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
@visualization
2 Misc Photos
These examples of Golden Lake 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.
Golden Lake in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
@visualization
Golden Lake in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
@visualization
1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of Golden Lake 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.
Golden Lake on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
@visualization
1 Living Room Photo
There is a specific "glow" that Golden Lake 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.
Golden Lake on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
@visualization