Sideline
We've categorized Sideline as a bright and airy paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#F0F1EB
LRV
87.43
Sideline's Color Strip
Sideline is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Baseline and Beaten Earth. The strip spans from Verdant at the lightest end to Clay Court at the deepest. Strip Ex39 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Sideline in Real Rooms
Sideline has a high LRV of 87.43 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Sideline provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Sideline gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Sideline is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Sideline sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Sideline in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Sideline, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Sideline on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Sideline, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Sideline in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Sideline in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Sideline in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Sideline on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Sideline. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Sideline on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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