Whitewater
Whitewater is a bright and airy paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#DCDCD3
LRV
71.11
Whitewater's Color Strip
Whitewater is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Rockies and Pistachio. The strip spans from Ancient Mist at the lightest end to Great Plains at the deepest. Browsing strip Ex9 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Whitewater in Real Rooms
Whitewater has a high LRV of 71.11 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Whitewater can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Whitewater in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Whitewater has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
Whitewater in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Whitewater fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Whitewater encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
Whitewater adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Whitewater provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
Whitewater on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Whitewater in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Whitewater adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
Whitewater keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Whitewater is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Whitewater brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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