Plateau
Plateau is a genuinely dark paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#546D61
LRV
14.00
Plateau's Color Strip
Plateau is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. As part of strip 94, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Plateau in Real Rooms
Plateau has a low LRV of 14 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Plateau brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
The walls here show Plateau in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Plateau creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
A bedroom painted in Plateau — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Plateau in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Plateau is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.
See Plateau in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
See how Plateau is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
A foyer painted in Plateau sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Plateau's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Plateau in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
This kitchen scene shows how Plateau holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Plateau acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.
See how Plateau holds up in a real living room setting.
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