Lavender
We've categorized Lavender as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#B0B0B2
LRV
43.50
Lavender's Color Strip
Lavender is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Spur and Cardigan. The strip spans from Garibaldi at the lightest end to Deep Water at the deepest. Color strip Artisan29 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Lavender in Real Rooms
Lavender has a medium-high LRV of 43.5 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Lavender holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Lavender gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Lavender 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.
Lavender sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Lavender in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Lavender 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.
Lavender on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Lavender 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.
Lavender in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Lavender in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Lavender 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.
Lavender on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Lavender 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.
Lavender on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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