Tallow
We've categorized Tallow as a versatile and reflective paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#F4D4AE
LRV
69.00
Tallow's Color Strip
Tallow is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Mineral Glow and Mom's Apple Pie. The strip spans from Whiskers at the lightest end to Beeswax Candle at the deepest. Strip 55 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Tallow in Real Rooms
Tallow has a high LRV of 69 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Tallow holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Tallow in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Tallow rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Tallow in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Tallow fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Tallow provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.
Tallow adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Tallow adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Tallow on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Tallow in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Tallow is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Tallow keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
Tallow provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Tallow brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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