Caraïbe
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Caraïbe remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#785F4C
LRV
12.79
Caraïbe's Color Strip
Caraïbe is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Llama Wool and Half-Caff. The strip spans from Touch of Sand at the lightest end to Half-Caff at the deepest. Strip 199 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Caraïbe in Real Rooms
Caraïbe has a low LRV of 12.79 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a front door, bedroom, bathroom, home office, dining room, mudroom, house, living room, kitchen and patio.
1 Front Door Photo
A front door painted Caraïbe makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.
stylish front door featuring Caraïbe by Sherwin-Williams
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1 Bedroom Photo
Caraïbe 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.
A modern luxury bedroom painted in Caraïbe
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1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Caraïbe has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Caraïbe — minimalist bathroom
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1 Home Office Photo
In a workspace, Caraïbe helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.
Sherwin-Williams Caraïbe in a minimalist home office
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1 Dining Room Photo
Pairing Caraïbe 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.
Caraïbe paint in a moody dining room
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1 Mudroom Photo
Caraïbe is the perfect partner for durable flooring like slate, brick, or terracotta. It picks up the earthy tones in these materials, creating a mudroom that feels cohesive, rugged, and ready for whatever the weather brings in.
Caraïbe paint in a coastal mudroom
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1 House Photo
On a traditional or historic home, Caraïbe acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.
Caraïbe color — rustic modern house inspiration
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1 Living Room Photo
Choosing Caraïbe 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.
A scandinavian living room painted in Caraïbe
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Caraïbe 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.
Caraïbe — organic modern kitchen
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1 Patio Photo
Caraïbe on a patio or porch provides a sense of "enclosure" even in an open space. It defines the boundaries of the outdoor room, making it feel more private, secure, and ready for relaxation.
wabi-sabi patio featuring Caraïbe by Sherwin-Williams
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 73 vs 13, Modest White is decisively the brighter choice.
Antique White reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 13), opening up a space where Caraïbe encloses it.
Whole Wheat reflects far more light (LRV 48 vs 13), opening up a space where Caraïbe encloses it.
Trim Color
At LRV 73 vs 13, Modest White is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 14 and 13, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 14 vs 13), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 13 and 12, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 13 and 11, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 13 and 13, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 13 and 12, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Caraïbe reads slightly lighter (LRV 13 vs 10), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.