Ivory
With a focus on bright and airy tones, Ivory (CA006) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#F3E9D6
LRV
82.19
Ivory's Color Strip
Ivory is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Chalk and Candle. The strip spans from Buttermilk at the lightest end to Candle at the deepest. Strip Artisan1 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Ivory in Real Rooms
Ivory has a high LRV of 82.19 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Ivory holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Ivory in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Ivory rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Ivory in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Ivory fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Ivory provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.
Ivory adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Ivory adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Ivory on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Ivory in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Ivory is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Ivory keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
Ivory provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Ivory brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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