Ice Dream
Ice Dream is a bright and airy paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#E8E9E1
LRV
81.00
Ice Dream's Color Strip
Ice Dream is the fourth shade on this 4-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip 189 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Ice Dream in Real Rooms
Ice Dream has a high LRV of 81 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Ice Dream 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.
The walls here show Ice Dream in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
To use Ice Dream 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.
A bedroom painted in Ice Dream — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Ice Dream in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
For an "all-day" dining room, Ice Dream 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.
See Ice Dream in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
These examples of Ice Dream 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.
A foyer painted in Ice Dream sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Ice Dream's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of Ice Dream 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.
This kitchen scene shows how Ice Dream holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
There is a specific "glow" that Ice Dream 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.
See how Ice Dream holds up in a real living room setting.
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