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Most Specified Paint Colours

Choosing the best paint colours shouldn’t feel like scrolling an endless feed of “almost right.” The Cloverdale Paints Artisan Colour Palette was created to solve that problem by narrowing the field to a designer-approved collection of shades that are specified again and again across Canada.

These are not random trendy picks. They’re the best paint colours chosen repeatedly by professional painters, interior designers, architects, and homeowners who want reliable, timeless results.

If you’re looking for interior paint colours that are easy to coordinate, flattering in real homes, and proven in projects of every size, this palette is an ideal place to start.

Artisan Colour Palette by Cloverdale Paints

CA001
Buttermilk
CA002
Silk
CA003
Lily
CA004
Cream
CA005
Chalk
CA006
Ivory
CA007
Candle
CA008
Cameo White
CA009
White Sands
CA010
Birch Bark
CA011
Vellum
CA012
Durum
CA013
Artisan White
CA014
Cotton
CA015
White Tail
CA016
Gesso
CA017
Bisque
CA018
Oyster
CA019
Summit
CA020
Crystal
CA021
Sugar
CA022
Tundra
CA023
Titanium
CA024
Satin Weave
CA025
Standard White
CA026
Porcelain
CA027
Snow Flake
CA028
Mist
CA029
Slipstream
CA030
Silver
CA031
Wool
CA032
Smoky
CA033
Seashell
CA034
Soapstone
CA035
Quill
CA036
Sand
CA037
Rice Paper
CA038
Canvas
CA039
Shallot
CA040
Ecru
CA041
Pebbles
CA042
Allspice
CA043
Full Moon
CA044
Warm Beige
CA045
Hearth
CA046
Stoneware
CA047
Clay
CA048
Mocha
CA049
Quartz
CA050
Tan
CA051
Cork
CA052
Barley
CA053
Wheat
CA054
Brown Sugar
CA055
Chenille
CA056
Cashmere
CA057
Bronze
/CA058
Wild Rice
CA059
Grain
CA060
Clove
CA061
Hazelnut
CA062
Merino
CA063
Abalone
CA064
Agate
CA065
Earthenware
CA066
Leather
CA067
Rose
CA068
Mauve
CA069
Malt
CA070
Burlap
CA071
Moccasin
CA072
Fondue
CA073
Putty
CA074
Artifact
CA075
Traditional Taupe
CA076
Cobblestone
CA077
Peat
CA078
Saddlery
CA079
Fossil
CA080
Stone
CA081
Essential Beige
CA082
Olive Brown
CA083
Damask
CA084
Foothills
CA085
Boardwalk
CA086
Ginger
CA087
Flagstone
CA088
Ashes
CA089
Concrete
CA090
Slate
CA091
Warm Grey
CA092
Biscotti
CA093
Spun Yarn
CA094
Sand Sculpture
CA095
Sisal
CA096
Basket
CA097
Lambswool
CA098
Quilt
CA099
Whole Grain
CA100
Beechwood
CA101
Rye
CA102
Madrona
CA103
Bone
CA104
Biscuit
CA105
Antler
CA106
Badlands
CA107
Chisel
CA108
Sand Dune
CA109
Scone
CA110
Birch
CA111
Bamboo
CA112
Raffia
CA113
Caraway
CA114
Waffle
CA115
Batter
CA116
Creme Brulee
CA117
Straw
CA118
Berber
CA119
Loam
CA120
Sienna
CA121
Hammock
CA122
Cornbread
CA123
Alabaster
CA124
Tapestry
CA125
Beeswax
CA126
Ochre
CA127
Almond
CA128
Butter
CA129
Penne
CA130
Straw Bale
CA131
Chanterelle
CA132
Amber
CA133
Celestial
CA134
Sesame Seed
CA135
Oats
CA136
Natural Muslin
CA137
Maize
CA138
Custard
CA139
Claystone
CA140
Wood Ash
CA141
Cardamom
CA142
Bay Leaf
CA143
Basil
CA144
Cumin
CA145
Meadowsweet
CA146
Lemongrass
CA147
Ash Glaze
CA148
Pumpkin Seed
CA149
Hemp
CA150
Fennel Seed
CA151
Greenware
CA152
Lichen
CA153
Sagebrush
CA154
China Clay
CA155
Anise
CA156
Moss
CA157
Silverberry
CA158
Celadon
CA159
Sprouts
CA160
Artichoke
CA161
Lentil
CA162
Olive
CA163
Mushroom
CA164
Wreath
CA165
Sea Stone
CA166
Deep Forest
CA167
Green Tea
CA168
Fiddlehead
CA169
Greenhouse
CA170
Bohemian Earth
CA171
Willow
CA172
Spring Green
CA173
Tarragon
CA174
Wheatgrass
CA175
Sea Foam
CA176
Silver Glass
CA177
Feldspar
CA178
Dewdrop
CA179
Cypress
CA180
Hemlock
CA181
Moonstone
CA182
Sage
CA183
Stonewash
CA184
Glacier
CA185
Verdigris
CA186
Western Juniper
CA187
Platinum
CA188
Cirrus
CA189
Clear Skies
CA190
Patina
CA191
Spruce
CA192
Shale
CA193
Zinc
CA194
Steel
CA195
Harbour Grey
CA196
Rainfall
CA197
Garibaldi
CA198
Spur
CA199
Lavender
CA200
Cardigan
CA201
Anchor
CA202
Blue Jay
CA203
Deep Water
CA204
Obsidian
CA205
Brushed Nickel
CA206
Western Saddle
CA207
Iron
CA208
Juniper Berry
CA209
Ash Bed
CA210
Midnight
CA211
Storm
CA212
Canopy
CA213
French Roast
CA214
Bistre
CA215
Royal Mahogany
CA216
Chocolate Raspberry
CA217
Saffron
CA218
Cayenne
CA219
Auburn
CA220
Chestnut
CA221
Cerise
CA222
Dark Chocolate
CA223
Sunstone
CA224
Terracotta
CA225
Smoked Salmon
CA226
Brandy
CA227
Piquant
CA228
Autumn Maple

What Makes the Artisan Palette the Best Paint Colours Collection?

The Artisan Canadian Colour Palette is built from real-world specification data. Cloverdale gathered the most frequently chosen shades used in residential and commercial interiors, then refined them into a coordinated system. The result is a curated set of best paint colours that work beautifully together—so you can stop guessing and start choosing.

Why professionals keep specifying these colours
  • Timeless appeal: The palette focuses on balanced neutrals and classic hues that don’t date quickly.
  • Easy coordination: Colours are designed to pair smoothly across rooms, trim, and accents.
  • Real home tested: These shades perform well in Canadian light and architecture, not just on a studio set.
  • Simpler decisions: A limited, proven set makes selecting the best paint colours faster and less stressful.

How to Choose the Best Paint Colours from the Artisan Palette

Even with a curated collection, your space matters. Use this simple process to pick your winning shades.

  1. Start with what won’t change

    Before selecting your best paint colours, look at fixed surfaces: flooring, countertops, tile, fireplaces, large furniture, and cabinetry. These elements carry undertones (warm, cool, or neutral) that your paint needs to harmonize with.

  2. Pick your base neutral first

    Most homes use a neutral “through-line” colour that connects spaces. The Artisan Palette is rich with soft whites, off-whites, and greiges that professionals rely on for walls and open-concept homes. Choosing this foundation first makes every other colour decision easier.

  3. Decide on lightness and mood

    Ask what you want the room to feel like:

    • Bright + airy: lean to soft whites and pale neutrals
    • Warm + welcoming: choose gentle beiges, taupes, or warm greys
    • Modern + grounded: explore deeper greys and charcoals as accents

    Because these are best paint colours drawn from frequent professional use, even deeper tones stay refined rather than overpowering.

  4. Test in your real lighting

    All paint shifts with light. Grab sample cards or tester quarts and view your finalists in the morning, afternoon, and evening. This confirms the true undertone and ensures you’re choosing the best paint colours for your home, not a store display.

Best Paint Colours by Room (Using the Artisan Approach)

You don’t need a brand-new palette for every space. Instead, think in coordinated layers.

Whole-home neutrals

Professionals often begin with a soft neutral that works everywhere—hallways, living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms. Artisan’s whites and greiges are ideal for this role because they’re designed to coordinate across the full collection.

Bedrooms and quiet spaces

For calmer rooms, the best paint colours are usually muted and low contrast. Look for light neutrals and soft greys that feel restful in both daylight and lamplight.

Living rooms and open areas

In high-use spaces, mid-tone neutrals from the Artisan set add warmth and depth without locking you into a short-term trend. They pair easily with wood tones, textiles, and changing décor.

Trim, doors, and accents

Once walls are set, use a crisp white or a slightly deeper coordinating neutral for trim and doors. The Artisan Palette is built so these combinations feel intentional, not accidental one of the key reasons it’s trusted for the best paint colours in professional projects.

Why a Curated Palette Helps You Choose Better

A common mistake is searching for “the perfect colour” in a sea of thousands. The Artisan Palette flips that approach by offering only shades that are already proven in homes across Canada.

By starting with a collection of best paint colours specified by pros, you get:

  • Fewer choices, but better ones
  • Colours that coordinate without extra guessworks
  • Timeless tones that support resale and long-term style
  • A smoother path from inspiration to final decision

Find Your Best Paint Colours with Cloverdale Paints

If you want a confident, designer-approved place to begin, the Artisan Colour Palette is your shortcut. Explore the collection, shortlist a few favourites, test them in your lighting, and you’ll land on best paint colours that feel right today—and still look right years from now.