Hedgehog
Often used for its versatile qualities, Hedgehog remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#C9A677
LRV
41.02
Hedgehog's Color Strip
Hedgehog is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Pine Nut and Walking on Water. The strip spans from Barn Board at the lightest end to Walking on Water at the deepest. Strip Ex38 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Hedgehog in Real Rooms
Hedgehog has a medium-high LRV of 41.02 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Hedgehog in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Hedgehog gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Hedgehog really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Hedgehog sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Hedgehog in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Hedgehog does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Hedgehog on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
These photos show Hedgehog in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
Hedgehog in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Hedgehog in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Hedgehog provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
Hedgehog on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Hedgehog creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Hedgehog on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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