diff --git a/src/config/Config.zig b/src/config/Config.zig
index 29d496027..45fda4aff 100644
--- a/src/config/Config.zig
+++ b/src/config/Config.zig
@@ -717,7 +717,7 @@ keybind: Keybinds = .{},
 /// * The nearest row contains a perfect fit powerline character. These
 ///   don't look good extended.
 ///
-@"window-padding-color": WindowPaddingColor = .background,
+@"window-padding-color": WindowPaddingColor = .extend,
 
 /// Synchronize rendering with the screen refresh rate. If true, this will
 /// minimize tearing and align redraws with the screen but may cause input