Wood Ash
Wood Ash is a versatile paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#C4BAA7
LRV
49.64
Wood Ash's Color Strip
Wood Ash is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. As part of strip Artisan20, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Wood Ash in Real Rooms
Wood Ash has a medium-high LRV of 49.64 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Wood Ash 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.
The walls here show Wood Ash in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Wood Ash 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.
A bedroom painted in Wood Ash — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Wood Ash in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Wood Ash 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.
See Wood Ash in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Wood Ash 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.
A foyer painted in Wood Ash sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Wood Ash's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Wood Ash 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.
This kitchen scene shows how Wood Ash holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Wood Ash 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.
See how Wood Ash holds up in a real living room setting.
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