Naturel
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Naturel remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 15 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#CBC0AD
LRV
53.50
Naturel's Color Strip
Naturel is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Stucco and Avenue Tan. The strip spans from Oyster Bar at the lightest end to Meadow Trail at the deepest. Browsing strip 286 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Naturel in Real Rooms
Naturel has a medium-high LRV of 53.5 — 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 Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, misc and kitchen cabinets.
1 Bathroom Photo
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Naturel has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Bathroom vanity in Naturel provides soft, calming storage and counter space.
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4 Misc Photos
See how Naturel is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Shiplap wall paneling in Naturel creates a clean, textured accent throughout the space.
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A narrow hallway painted in Naturel feels warm and welcoming with soft, neutral tones.
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Hallway walls in Naturel provide a calm backdrop for natural light and simple décor.
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Board-and-batten paneling in Naturel adds dimension and architectural interest to this room.
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10 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The depth of Naturel on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.
Kitchen cabinetry in Naturel complements stainless steel appliances and light countertops beautifully.
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Coordinating Colors
Grecian Ivory reads slightly lighter (LRV 63 vs 54), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Trim Color
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 54 and 52, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 54 and 54, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 55 and 54, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 54 and 54, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 56 and 54, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 56 and 54, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 54 and 51, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 54 vs 11, Naturel is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 54 vs 7, Naturel is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 69 vs 54, Starry Night is decisively the brighter choice.
Naturel reflects far more light (LRV 54 vs 20), opening up a space where Soulful Blue encloses it.
Naturel reflects far more light (LRV 54 vs 28), opening up a space where Dusty Heather encloses it.
At LRV 54 vs 3, Naturel is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
With LRVs of 54 and 53, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 6-point LRV gap (59 vs 54) makes Useful Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
Popular Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 61 vs 54), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 70 vs 54, Simple White is decisively the brighter choice.
Darker Colors
At LRV 54 vs 31, Naturel is decisively the brighter choice.
Naturel reflects far more light (LRV 54 vs 31), opening up a space where Roycroft Suede encloses it.
Naturel reflects far more light (LRV 54 vs 36), opening up a space where Dried Edamame encloses it.
At LRV 54 vs 39, Naturel is decisively the brighter choice.