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Mortar

Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Mortar 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 1 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#E3DFD5

LRV

73.69

Light Reflectance Value
73.69
light
Temperaturewarm

Mortar in Real Rooms

Mortar has a high LRV of 73.69 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's warm-toned, picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a misc.

1 Misc Photo

More spaces painted in Mortar, 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 Mortar hallway paint

Hallway walls painted in Mortar create a grounded, modern aesthetic.

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Color Codes

HEX#E3DFD5
RGB227, 223, 213
HSL43° 20% 86%
CMYK0 2 6 11
CIE LabL: 88.9 a: -0.4 b: 5.4
XYZX: 70.08 Y: 73.91 Z: 73.51