Ref. #453E39 · 9605
Clove
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Clove Technical Profile
What color is Clove? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #453E39. Colors similar to Clove include Vista Paint Evermore, Behr French Roast, Hirshfield's Evermore. Clove has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Clove creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Clove pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Clove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clove
#453E39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A6747
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clove Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Clove.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clove have?
Clove by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Clove from other brands?
The closest matches are Evermore by Vista Paint (#433C38), French Roast by Behr (#49413B), Evermore by Hirshfield's (#463E3B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Clove?
Clove has an LRV of 5.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Clove's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.