Grime
Grime 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
#5D594D
LRV
10.00
Grime's Color Strip
Grime is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Serpentine and Deep Shadow. The strip spans from Numero Uno at the lightest end to Deep Shadow at the deepest. As part of strip 173, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Grime in Real Rooms
Grime has a low LRV of 10 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Grime can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Grime in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Grime has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
Grime in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Grime fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Grime encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
Grime adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Grime provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
Grime on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Grime in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Grime adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
Grime keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Grime is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Grime brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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