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Lauren's Surprise

Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Lauren's Surprise 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 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#D5E5E7

LRV

75.94

Light Reflectance Value
75.94
light
Temperaturecool

Lauren's Surprise in Real Rooms

Lauren's Surprise has a high LRV of 75.94 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's cool-toned, so it will lean blue or gray under cool north-facing light and soften in warmer evening light.

3 House Photos

Using Lauren's Surprise on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

Sherwin Williams Lauren'S Surprise House Exterior

Sherwin Williams Lauren'S Surprise House Exterior

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Sw 6791 House Exterior

Sw 6791 House Exterior

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Sw 6791 House Exterior

Sw 6791 House Exterior

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2 Misc Photos

More spaces painted in Lauren's Surprise, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Sw Lauren'S Surprise Ceiling Paint

Sw Lauren'S Surprise Ceiling Paint

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Sherwin Williams Lauren'S Surprise Ceiling

Sherwin Williams Lauren'S Surprise Ceiling

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Color Codes

HEX#D5E5E7
RGB213, 229, 231
HSL187° 27% 87%
CMYK8 1 0 9
CIE LabL: 89.8 a: -4.9 b: -2.8
XYZX: 69.88 Y: 75.95 Z: 86.56