Faded Flaxflower
Often used for its versatile qualities, Faded Flaxflower remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 2 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#9EB4C0
LRV
43.62
Faded Flaxflower's Color Strip
Faded Flaxflower is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sleepy Hollow and Favorite Jeans. The strip spans from Moonmist at the lightest end to Endless Sea at the deepest. Browsing strip 223 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Faded Flaxflower in Real Rooms
Faded Flaxflower has a medium-high LRV of 43.62 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom and kitchen cabinets.
1 Bathroom Photo
Pairing Faded Flaxflower with natural stone like travertine or slate creates an earthy, elemental bathroom that feels connected to nature. It moves the design away from plastic-heavy modernism toward something much more timeless and tactile.
Bathroom vanity cabinetry in Faded Flaxflower offers soft, serene appeal.
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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
The way Faded Flaxflower interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Kitchen cabinets finished in Faded Flaxflower provide calm, understated elegance.
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