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Palmetto Bluff

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Palmetto Bluff remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#CEBC96

LRV

52.00

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Light Reflectance Value
52.00
Medium
Collection

Palmetto Bluff's Color Strip

Palmetto Bluff is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Coconut Crumble and Sassafras. The strip spans from Saffron Tint at the lightest end to September Gold at the deepest. Strip 73 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Palmetto Bluff in Real Rooms

Palmetto Bluff has a medium-high LRV of 52 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.

1 Bathroom Photo

In a powder room, Palmetto Bluff 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.

Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Bathroom

Palmetto Bluff in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.

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2 Bedroom Photos

Palmetto Bluff 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.

Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Bedroom

Palmetto Bluff in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.

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Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Bedroom

Palmetto Bluff fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.

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1 Dining Room Photo

Palmetto Bluff 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.

Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Dining Room

Palmetto Bluff adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.

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2 Misc Photos

In walk-in closets or pantries, Palmetto Bluff 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.

Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Foyer

Palmetto Bluff on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.

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Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Sun Room

Palmetto Bluff in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.

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1 Kitchen Photo

In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Palmetto Bluff 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.

Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Kitchen

Palmetto Bluff keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.

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1 Living Room Photo

For open-concept living rooms, Palmetto Bluff 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.

Palmetto Bluff 0309 by Cloverdale Paint — Living Room

Palmetto Bluff brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.

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Color Codes

HEX#CEBC96
RGB206, 188, 150
HSL41° 36% 70%
CIE LabL: 76.2 a: 3.1 b: 20.8
Strip73 pos. 4