Shiraz
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Shiraz 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
#6F4A47
LRV
8.73
Shiraz's Color Strip
Shiraz is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sangria and Cashew. The strip spans from Champagne at the lightest end to Vintage at the deepest. Color strip Ex17 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Shiraz in Real Rooms
Shiraz has a low LRV of 8.73 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Shiraz in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Shiraz in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Shiraz really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Shiraz in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Shiraz fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Shiraz does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Shiraz adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
These photos show Shiraz in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
Shiraz on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Shiraz in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Shiraz provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
Shiraz keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Shiraz creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Shiraz brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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