Fleur De Sel
Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Fleur De Sel remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 9 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#DCDDD8
LRV
72.13
Fleur De Sel's Color Strip
Fleur De Sel is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Reserved White and Frosty White. The strip spans from Spare White at the lightest end to Nuance at the deepest. As part of strip 258, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Fleur De Sel in Real Rooms
Fleur De Sel has a high LRV of 72.13 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, house and misc.
5 Living Room Photos
Fleur De Sel provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Living room walls in Fleur De Sel create a warm, inviting backdrop.
@home_by.holly
Ceiling and walls in Fleur De Sel enhance this spacious living area.
@eastcoastalfarmhouse
Accent wall painted Fleur De Sel grounds the entire room beautifully.
@eastcoastalfarmhouse
Trim and walls in coordinating Fleur De Sel tones unify the space.
@homeplateoncatcher
Wood beams contrast elegantly against Fleur De Sel painted walls.
@heathersthurman
2 Bedroom Photos
Pairing Fleur De Sel with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.
Bedroom walls in soft Fleur De Sel promote peaceful relaxation.
@embracingthechaosnow
Headboard wall painted Fleur De Sel frames the bed dramatically.
@mkbonns
1 House Photo
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Fleur De Sel is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.
Exterior barn siding in weathered Fleur De Sel exudes rustic charm.
@homeplateoncatcher
1 Misc Photo
These "miscellaneous" applications of Fleur De Sel prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.
Paneled walls in Fleur De Sel add texture and sophisticated warmth.
@heathersthurman
