John's Blue
Often used for its versatile qualities, John's Blue 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
#87A4C0
LRV
36.00
John's Blue's Color Strip
John's Blue is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Bluette and Heavenly Sky. The strip spans from Simple Serenity at the lightest end to Star-Studded at the deepest. Strip 123 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
John's Blue in Real Rooms
John's Blue has a medium-high LRV of 36 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, John's Blue provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
The walls here show John's Blue in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, John's Blue is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
A bedroom painted in John's Blue — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows John's Blue in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing John's Blue, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
See John's Blue in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in John's Blue, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
A foyer painted in John's Blue sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals John's Blue's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
John's Blue in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
This kitchen scene shows how John's Blue holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as John's Blue. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
See how John's Blue holds up in a real living room setting.
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