Worn Leather
Worn Leather is a genuinely dark paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#817262
LRV
17.58
Worn Leather's Color Strip
Worn Leather is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. As part of strip Ex2, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Worn Leather in Real Rooms
Worn Leather has a low LRV of 17.58 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Worn Leather has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
The walls here show Worn Leather in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Worn Leather suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
A bedroom painted in Worn Leather — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Worn Leather in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing Worn Leather with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.
See Worn Leather in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Worn Leather on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
A foyer painted in Worn Leather sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Worn Leather's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Worn Leather can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
This kitchen scene shows how Worn Leather holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Worn Leather for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
See how Worn Leather holds up in a real living room setting.
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