Power Lunch
Power Lunch is a versatile and reflective paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#D5D2C8
LRV
65.00
Power Lunch's Color Strip
Power Lunch is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Browsing strip 175 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Power Lunch in Real Rooms
Power Lunch has a high LRV of 65 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Power Lunch has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
The walls here show Power Lunch in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Power Lunch suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
A bedroom painted in Power Lunch — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Power Lunch in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing Power Lunch with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.
See Power Lunch in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Power Lunch on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
A foyer painted in Power Lunch sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Power Lunch's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Power Lunch can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
This kitchen scene shows how Power Lunch holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Power Lunch for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
See how Power Lunch holds up in a real living room setting.
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