Sweet Buttermilk
Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Sweet Buttermilk remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#F9EBDA
LRV
84.00
Sweet Buttermilk's Color Strip
Sweet Buttermilk is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Rapture's Light and Delicate Dawn. The strip spans from Rapture's Light at the lightest end to Casa De Oro at the deepest. Strip 67 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Sweet Buttermilk in Real Rooms
Sweet Buttermilk has a high LRV of 84 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Sweet Buttermilk 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.
Sweet Buttermilk gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Sweet Buttermilk 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.
Sweet Buttermilk sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Sweet Buttermilk in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Sweet Buttermilk 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.
Sweet Buttermilk on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
See how Sweet Buttermilk 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.
Sweet Buttermilk in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Sweet Buttermilk in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Sweet Buttermilk 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.
Sweet Buttermilk on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Sweet Buttermilk 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.
Sweet Buttermilk on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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