Mahogany
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Mahogany remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#4E483D
LRV
6.59
Mahogany's Color Strip
Mahogany is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Cedar and Grey Ware. The strip spans from Taupe at the lightest end to Dusty Boots at the deepest. Browsing strip Ex15 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Mahogany in Real Rooms
Mahogany has a low LRV of 6.59 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Mahogany 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.
The walls here show Mahogany in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Mahogany 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.
A bedroom painted in Mahogany — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Mahogany in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Mahogany 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.
See Mahogany in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Mahogany 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.
A foyer painted in Mahogany sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Mahogany's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Mahogany 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.
This kitchen scene shows how Mahogany holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Mahogany 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.
See how Mahogany holds up in a real living room setting.
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