Icing
Icing 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
#DDDBCD
LRV
70.44
Icing in Real Rooms
Icing has a high LRV of 70.44 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Icing 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.
Icing gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Icing 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.
Icing sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Icing in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Icing 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.
Icing on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Icing 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.
Icing in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Icing in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Icing 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.
Icing on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Icing 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.
Icing on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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