Stardew
Often used for its versatile qualities, Stardew 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 27 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#A6B2B5
LRV
43.06
Stardew's Color Strip
Stardew is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Niebla Azul and Debonair. The strip spans from Lullaby at the lightest end to Moscow Midnight at the deepest. Strip 221 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Stardew in Real Rooms
Stardew has a medium-high LRV of 43.06 — 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 living room, bedroom, kitchen cabinets, bathroom, home office, house, front door, kitchen, misc, mudroom and patio.
1 Living Room Photo
Stardew works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Living room walls in Stardew establish a calm, grounded atmosphere.
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1 Bedroom Photo
A bedroom finished in Stardew rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Bedroom walls painted Stardew provide a tranquil retreat from daily activity.
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7 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
When you use Stardew on cabinetry, you're embracing furniture-grade sophistication. It elevates standard cupboards into something that feels custom-built, especially when paired with a satin or semi-gloss finish that lets the light catch the edges of the doors.
Kitchen cabinet fronts in Stardew deliver sophisticated neutrality and modern charm.
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4 Bathroom Photos
In a powder room, Stardew can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Bathroom walls in Stardew foster a serene, spa-quality environment.
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Bathroom vanity in Stardew provides a serene, spa-inspired focal point.
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Bathroom cabinetry in Stardew creates a cohesive, restful wash space.
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Bathroom walls in Stardew establish a clean, minimalist aesthetic.
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1 Home Office Photo
Stardew works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.
Home office walls in Stardew support focus and creative concentration.
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1 House Photo
On a traditional or historic home, Stardew acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.
Exterior painted in Stardew presents a refined, welcoming curb appeal.
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1 Front Door Photo
Using Stardew for the front door allows the hardware to be the "jewelry" of the house. Whether you choose a modern long-bar handle or a traditional knocker, the color provides the perfect stage for the metalwork to shine.
Front door entry in Stardew makes a subtle yet confident first impression.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Stardew adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
Kitchen walls in Stardew create a calm backdrop for culinary activities.
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7 Misc Photos
These "miscellaneous" applications of Stardew prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.
Children's room walls in Stardew offer a soothing, nurturing environment.
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2 Mudroom Photos
Stardew in the mudroom earns its keep. It's a color that can handle the traffic — grounding enough to hide the daily chaos, and intentional enough to make the transition from outside feel considered and high-end.
Mudroom walls in Stardew withstand daily wear while maintaining elegant simplicity.
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Laundry room cabinetry in Stardew balances functionality with refined aesthetics.
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1 Patio Photo
Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Stardew holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.
Patio walls in Stardew bridge indoor and outdoor living spaces beautifully.
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Expert Perspectives
In-depth articles and real-home features from across our network of home and design sites.
Coordinating Colors
Mountain Air reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 43), opening up a space where Stardew encloses it.
At LRV 43 vs 26, Stardew is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
Mountain Air reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 43), opening up a space where Stardew encloses it.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 43 vs 43), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 43 vs 42), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 45 vs 43), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 43 vs 43), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 43 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Mauve Tinge reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 43), opening up a space where Stardew encloses it.
A 7-point LRV gap (50 vs 43) makes Studio Mauve the marginally brighter of the two.
Stardew reads slightly lighter (LRV 43 vs 35), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Heavenly White reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 43), opening up a space where Stardew encloses it.
At LRV 74 vs 43, Original White is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
At LRV 60 vs 43, Evening Shadow is decisively the brighter choice.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 43 vs 43), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 43 vs 42), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Darker Colors
Stardew reflects far more light (LRV 43 vs 29), opening up a space where Morning at Sea encloses it.
Stardew reads slightly lighter (LRV 43 vs 38), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.