In 2016, Alabaster was the Sherwin-Williams COTY and Simply White was Benjamin Moore's Top Color. Just dont want an ugly, muddy army-like green either. Consider painting your ceiling Ceiling Bright White SW 7007 and then match the existing white on our kitchen cabinets for your trim. curious what your thoughts were on those colors for exterior I will have stained wood doors and posts with stone on the house as well, with clay colored windows. Alabaster SW 7008 is a warm white, check out Greek Villa SW 7551 and Origami White SW 7636 for two more options. The White Duck with the Edgecomb Gray is beautiful. Off-whites and pastels have bits of color in their makeup that keep them from looking washed out under bright lighting situations, and coordinate well with different colors. Would Alabaster be a good trim and cabinet choice? This value is close enough for me to consider Oyster White to be an off-white color. It looks great with Pure White for a little bit of contrast. This color is on-trend and has a big fan following thanks to its ability to offer warmth without straying into the yellow section of the color wheel. I bought new interior doors in the Greek Villa and want to paint the door casings and walls in the same Greek Villa. Going for modern rustic ish. Not stark, but also dont want it to look like a dirty white. The existing walls are SW ivorie, which contrast nicely with the trim, but want to change the wall to whitish/beige/greige/neutral color. Without actually seeing the colours, I would just have no way of knowing! Get your SAMPLIZE PEEL & STICK samples of Kylie Ms recommended colors. Hi Kylie, Its much more of a true white than Oyster White is. VIOLET. Thank You! Your email address will not be published. Shoji White vs. White Duck Hello I am painting my kitchen clary sage. Any comments about that color? Hi Isobel, for a job of this scope and detail, you would benefit best from a one-on-one virtual consult with one of our designers. This will probably seem so off base today because everything leans the opposite, but are there any off-white neutral colors that you have used that have green undertones that you would recommend? Hi Jenn, take a look at BM White Dove, it could be quite lovely! Sign up for a free Virtual Color Consultation here: https://www.sherwinwilliams.com/homeowners/color/lead-csi. Would city loft brighten it up a bit or is it a mistake because it has a different undertone? Oyster White is an exceptionally light greige thats neutral enough to use in any room of the home. White Duck is another creamy off-white thats very similar to Oyster White. colors do you suggest go together for walls and cabinets. White looks a smidge more gray than White Duck. Moderate White is an off-white beige with a gentle orange undertone. Thanks! Oyster White can go in a lot of directions. We cannot stress enough how important it is to not judge a color by how it looks online, colors will look different on every screen. I want to paint my dining room, entryway, and hall. I had planned to use a barely- off-white paint with a slight pink undertone (Ben Moore Atrium White) on the walls/ceiling, but dont think thats going to look good with the yellowish undertone in floor. I have Acacia Wood floors in my kitchen, dining and living room and golden oak cabinets in the kitchen. The molding looks great with the suede paint but, will be touching the wall where I need to paint my transition color. SW creamy left me curious. Only a blue/grayish velvet sofa. Would anew gray or perfect griege work with White Duck? As an exterior paint color, if you have alot of exterior green follage, it could make a better white paint color than Oyster White because those warm tones will neutralize all the green. Wed like to get a better sense of your space before making a recommendation. Thank you! Oyster White lends a luminous softness to this bedroom, paired with a Mink trim. I loved this post. There are no windows, so we want to keep things light. Watch the video below to find out key elements you need to know about Sherwin Williams Oyster White. Hello Steve! Theres really no limits on how you can use it. Yes we do, check out Rarified Air SW 6525 and Snowdrop SW 6511 for two whites with a hint of blue in them. would iit work to paint over this with another white? Thanks! It has very high ceilings in the main area. I want the trim and walls to be the same color so the view is the standout. I am having a hard time deciding the complimentary white for the walls. We are going to paint our living area that has lots of natural light. Thinking BM Edgecomb in the hall and family room which is also low light? This makes it a fairly light color and puts it just on the borderline of off-white colors, which generally run from a LRV of 73 to 82. We are new construction. Its an off-white (heavy off-white) thats a greige, but rather than having the subtle purple of Classic Gray, it has a wink more warmth with a touch of cream/yellow. I have been considering White Duck and Creamy, however I have also been looking at SW Ivory Lace as its LRV is a little less than Creamy and a little more than White Duck. I actually have an E-design service just for this! It's the color that I chose to paint most of our NC home including our guest room: Mi have warm wood floors I have sampled Shoji and Natural Chouce, and Natural Ground. Natural Choice vs White Duck. Looking for something neutral that isnt gray or beige. Visualize, coordinate, and order color samples here. I wont have too many bold pieces in home. What ceiling, wall and trim color would you suggest for the basement. Like White Dove, it has a warm undertone but it's a bit lighter and brighter. Check out my affordable and fun E-Design! Click HERE or on the above image to see the available packages! Swiss Coffee is creamier and slightly warmer with stronger yellow and grey undertones. Might be time to paint. But it also has some subtle green undertones as well. I have been looking at Alabaster White, Dover White and Shoji White. It all depends on your home, exposure, furnishings, interior finishings and of COURSE, personal tastes, but theyll at least get you started! With a LRV of 74, White Duck is firmly in the off-white range, and a touch brighter than Oyster White. For example. I picked some random light off-white colour, tried to change it to another colour, then found and read your blog a billion times only to learn that I chose the Dulux equivalent of Eider White! We used Wider White in our new home in several rooms to complement Light French Gray which we Love!! We have Venetian Gold granite, which would be better for that countertop? Alabaster is itself a nice coordinating color for Oyster White if youd like to pair them up. ~Kylie, Hello Kylie Thank you for the insight and knowledge you have been sharing with us. Thank you The photo below shows it at its grayest. This shade pairs especially well with traditional spaces thanks to its approachable quality that feels timeless. When it comes to LRV, it can be tricky to know just where the cut-off is between white, off-white and light. Lots of light in all rooms. We are renovating and I need to choose a colour for the main floor (LR DR, FR ,kitchen ,PwdrR) and hallways. Sadly, there is no color that is white/beige/greige and a neutral. We are converting our basement into a den and full bath. You can paint over this with either Pure White SW 7005 or Extra White SW 7006 to get the look you want. Is alabaster too white? SW Simply White was recommended to me by a professional for kitchen cabinets. Thank you! Yes, I have off-white colours on my walls, oh yes! Would you rather have a white with the flexibility of a 10-year-old gymnast or a white as flexible as an 80-year-old armchair aficionado? You might look at this colour and think, good Lord, what IS she talking about? its that subtle. What colors should we consider for kitchen, living and dining area. I love White Dove Would it work? Do you want to learn more about colour, either for your own home or your clients homes? Skyline Steel SW 1015, Im Currently building a house, I really want a white thats not bright and crisp for my exterior color on hardy plank more of an off white, but Im afraid of it looking yellow. Please keep up the good work youre doing. It also sounds like it will be lighter than Barren Plain, which again, could expose the purple in Barren Plain, leaving me feeling a bit nervous overall. Want to know which off-whites are best for YOUR room? Awful looking- now have to repaint. The trim in our house is Alabaster. Shutters and door will be stained a darker oak. City Loft seems like it would work well, but you just mentioned a pink tone. Tricorn Black is a lovely traditional partner for Oyster White on this porch. Hi Monica! Thank you! Does Sherwin Williams have a barely off-white that wd work better? Whats the lightest greige or beige or neutral youd recommend that pairs nicely with dover white trim? Pure white on trim, Dorian gray or silver mist for *shutters possibly pavestone if using white duck or alabaster( *only two in front its a cottage) and silver mist on door. Remember, every gray will have an undertone, and Silver Satin favours a very slight violet. It is not stark at all; compare Pure White to High Reflective White SW 7757 and you will be able to see the softness and warmth in Pure White. What color white would give somewhat of a difference with pure white while still being classified as a white color? It mostly does except in the kitchen where the lighting is the brightest, it still flashes pink at certain times of the day and in the hallway and entry where there is less light RP is too muddy. This undertone also makes it unsuitable for coordinating with other finishes that DON'T have the same green undertone. Thanks, your posts are fabulous! Can you give me two good choices for rooms without a lot of natural light? This is a learn-to-decorate blog, not a look-what-Kylie-can-do blog. I am wanting a warm white. If youre looking for a hue that feels a little cooler, look no further than Eider White. Oooo, if it were ME, I would lean towards doing the ceiling the same as the trim so that I have more flexibility down the road White Duck on the ceiling will limit you LONG-term for wall colours :). Pure White SW 7005 is a soft, clean white. What light/white color do you recommend for the walls? Any of which would be a beautiful complement to Urbane Bronze SW 7048. Any suggestions. I thought I had decided on Eider White, but after looking at photos online, I am afraid it will appear light gray in low light. I prefer a softer look rather than a cleaner white. The last designer I used (NOT Kylie) insisted that Id love Creamy on my interior doors and trim despite me not feelin it. Our kitchen, dining, living is all one open area with lots of windows and facing east/west. Really enjoy your insights. Now you know the hallmarks of greige paint colors, a greige is cooler than a beige but warmer than gray. Kylie M Interiors, Edesign expert talks about one of the best neutral paint colours - Sherwin Williams White Duck. I hard oak flooring. However, I am intrigued by what you say about Aesthetic White, and ironically enough, I just ordered a big color swatch of that from my local SW store. Id like something non yellow that would add a crisp, clean look to the vinyl. Your trim and cabinetry should be the same color however I need a little more info before I can recommend a color. Hello, were repainting the house and currently have dover white as the trim/door color. I got so much going on that choosing a white, off-white, neutral is DAUNTING! My walls in the living room are a Ralph Lauren Suede paint that has a goldish/saddle color. Whereas SW Dover White has a warm, creamy yellow undertone and is also dirtier than SW Ice Cube. Trying to tone down the Tuscan influence =), Hello there, Navajo White SW 6126 does have a lot of yellow in it. Kim, Hello Kim, check out these subtle whites they have a touch of gray in them and will complement Iron Ore SW 7069 beautifully. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. What color of white would be a compliment for the trim? Cheryl. Help! Not long after, I was in my local BM store and he happens to have created his own custom line of greys. Id love to use Chantilly lace but unfortunately too bright for the open floor plan kitchen. With subtle beige undertones, Alabaster is the perfect mix of warm and cool for a result that makes this hue a go-to favorite for just about anywhere. Hi Clarice, Wed like to get a better sense of your space before making a recommendation. But yet something still light & fresh. Ive also been able to see firsthand how lucky he is to have me in his life. I am looking to paint the interior in an off white color . And I agree, to sit with those exposures, White Dove could be a nice fit. Would you spend the extra $1,700 to do 3-tone (white ceilings) or is White Duck light enough to not really matter if the ceiling is the same color as the walls? Honestly, I discovered through SW paint samples, that the more Raw Umber the paint formula has, the more I have issues with those undertones I dislike. If you try to put any other white on your walls, it may look like you tried to match your fireplace and failed. Looking for an off-white to pair with black windows and gray/taupe rock trim. My thought was to use Pure White on all ceilings, doors, and trim to match the cabinets. I get asked about off-whites ALL the time, the most common question being, I was thinking of using this off-white paint colour, are there any sneaky undertones I should know about? You bet there are! EW pulls a Rose/Pink undertones!! Weve just purchased a home that has cherry wood floors. I am trying to choose an exterior color. I have read so many of your posts and love them! This beautiful balance helps build a versatile space that works with a variety of different design styles. Hi Kylie! One of the other colors I was considering was gossamer veil. Thanks for your reply! It, which in between those two colors would you recommend? I just dont want you to be surprised once its on your walls! Oyster White is a versatile neutral that straddles the fence between off-white and very light greige. What finish would be nice for the walls? Thank you!! ~Kylie. Classic Gray is a warm gray in the off-white range. Im having difficulty because all the whites seem to look like pure white and no subtle pop. Should I paint the walls and ceiling the same color? So(awkward moment) cream IS yellow, its just yellow with a neutral base added to it, and thats JUST what you get when you choose Creamy. Oyster White FULL DETAILS Float into any room painted with this creamy white. Add your favorite black for a dramatic and sophisticated look. This one is exactly what the color states. High Reflective White in SW Emerald paint will be used on all the trim, wainscoting, and ceilings throughout the main level. and that once it was up, she was sure that Id love it. Learn how your comment data is processed. Is there a search feature on your website to search your blogs? How far into off white? Oyster White is very neutral and has few undertones, making it easy to coordinate with different color palettes and style choices. As for undertones, it is very similar to White Duck with yellow and greige coming through. Hi Kylie! Im about to start painting my house. In this review, Im going to introduce an interesting color that stands at the borderlines of several of these categories: Oyster White by Sherwin Williams. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. Oh boy????.. Oyster White Shoji White has similar undertones, but is much warmer and fleshier when you see it inside. Come on in to learn a little more about me! Wed like to get a better sense of your space before making a recommendation. Aesthetic White, not THAT can lean a weee touch pink. I have really enjoyed reading your blogs and have learned a lot. Any gray (even warm ones) will have blue, purple, green, or a mix of those undertones and Classic Gray is no exception (read more about that here). Thanks! Depending on what's next to it, Oyster White has both grey and beige undertones. We have light countertops and a medium brown wood floor. Im installing what I thought was pure-white marble hex floor tile (to be grouted in gray), but when the tile arrived, I realized it has a warm (slightly yellowish) undertone. Oyster White lends a glow to this shiplap while still subtly contrasting the white trim. What trim would you recommend with BM Feather Down? Hi Shanna, City Loft is definitely not white and definitely not cool! Dori. The 12 Best WHOLE HOME Gray and Greige Paint Colours, Paint Colour Review of Sherwin Williams Egret White, The 8 Best WHOLE HOME Warm Neutral Paint Colours. What color white trim would work? The office is now being turned into a bedroom and it only has one small window and the bathroom does not have any windows. SW 7010 White Duck paint color by Sherwin-Williams is a White paint color used for interior and exterior paint projects. I was told that it was her go to for trim Creamy is a tricky one on trim/cabinets as it doesnt partner up quite as easily with wall colour options (because of the creamy/yellow in it), its not quite as versatile as the likes of BM White Dove, SW Alabaster and BM Cloud White. Sherwin Williams Moderate White: Paint Colour Review. You may want to use SW 7005 Pure White in a flat finish as that would help differentiate it a little bit from the fireplace. Are you asking for an all over white? They are very informative. You might also like the approach of Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist, which is similar to Classic Gray but has a bit more depth and body to it. What paint color did you choose and are you happy with your decision? I havent been able to find any mention of this for a trim color. I am reading and rereading all your info about colors. the trim is white semi gloss. I dont have much time to decide Let us know when you get a moment. Hope this helps! LRV of 74 White Duck has a light reflectance value, or LRV, of 74. Can you give me guidance? And if this is your first time to my blog the Ginger likes to hear herself talk (or type). Your last comment about. These colours are relatively neutral, but that doesnt mean theyre fool-proof (as there are no fool-proof neutrals). Warm whites can only be made by adding a drop of yellow to them. Hi Samsmom, I have the exact issue! Oooo Diana, Kilim definitely has undertones! Is it? Anita Yokotas Favorite Sherwin-Williams Colors. Hi Monique! Thank you for your help. A tint of yellow gives Dover White a brighter look thats soft and inviting. Natural Choice SW 7011 I sampled some greiges but they just dont seem to work with my furnishings and fixed elements. I was looking at SW Discreet White but couldnt find many in-home examples to know whether it gave off purple vibes. Shoji White has maybe a bit more gray in it. Color recs for the next coolest family please? Ive always been drawn to off-whites over white but all of the new sinks and tubs are white so Im completely lost as to the best trim and cabinet color. Both colors highlight the natural beauty of the wood countertops and flooring. 2023The Sherwin-Williams Company, 101 W. Prospect Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115 All Rights Reserved, https://www.sherwinwilliams.com/homeowners/color/lead-csi, https://homeowner.sherwin-williams.com/colorconsult/, https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/virtual-color-consultation, Color of the Month March 2023: Kestrel White, 2023 Colormix Forecast Spotlight: Meet Nexus, Color Astrology: Zodiac-Inspired Paint Palettes for Every Sign, Colors of the Country: Paint Palettes by Region, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Greige is the combination of gray and beige. Swiss Coffee and White Dove are very similar colors with subtle differences. Any suggestions? Classic Gray favours a very (very) mild purple undertone that doesnt always show up to the party, and when it does, its quite passive. Below, are photos of this color in our laundry room ( on the shiplap) and in my daughter's room ( on the beadboard) Pearly White by Sherwin Williams - What do you think about these 3? Silver Satin is the grayest of the bunch, being a soft, slightly warm gray, but it DOES have a sneaky undertone to consider. Featured Color: Alabaster SW 7008 Alabaster https://www.kylieminteriors.ca/online-decorating-design-services/ I also have a lot of molding that is a contrasting color. Or would you recommend something different than Duck White. Thank you. (Im imagining something like F&B Cabbage White but with purple.) Hi Dori, I would definitely stick with Pure White for the ceiling as well, for consistency with the white, otherwise, youll get some mix and match undertones! Paired with White Dove for walls. It is also one of the most popular. . Any suggestions? Oyster White is paired with the soft green of Jojoba from Benjamin Moore for this natural, understated exterior. What I can tell you is the cabinets will be SW Acier grey. Previously we had BM Bavarian Cream in these areas. Westhighland White #SW7566 Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The off-white component of Oyster White gives it a natural feel that looks lovely with other nature-inspired colors. We have dark Floors with our trim in BM Decorators White. Our home has high cathedral ceilings and bedrooms in the 8ft flat ceilings. Navajo white is pulling too much yellow. White cabinets in Kitchen and one Shiplap accent wall in Living area with a brick fireplace. A good comparison/alternative would be Sherwin Williams Toque White which is just a touch warmer. Im a non designer home owner / design enthusiast here and just came across this blog when trying to search for a comparison with some off whites (because Im What color wall paint is on the first picture on this page, of the bathroom with curvy tub? 4. This would be for an exterior trim color. Is Dover White on the walls or trim? Christy, I totally feel your frustration! And yes, painting the ceiling Alabaster will make your space bigger and brighter and highlight all the vertical space you have. Halo Kylie, I LOVE your articles! Thats another color I want to try using. I have been looking everywhere but havent been able to find much. Thanks for all the info you share! Regards, Andrew. With trends leaning warmer, expect to see more of this beautiful beige coming your way! Those without an eye for color will be confused when seeing the two as they look very similar. Hi! True story. I also like Eider White, which youll learn about shortly. White Duck is a unique name for a unique color. Test Before Buying a Lot of Paint Hi Kylie, I may have made a mistake choosing the carpet but its too late now:( drift of mist is a perfect paint choice but Im worried it may make the room look even dingier and muddy. Hello! Despite the name, Oyster White is actually a light greige paint color. Im looking for a white for my walls (living room) but I wanted to see a slight contrast. Does Sherwin Williams have a white with a hint of the palest pure blue? Greek Villa #SW7551 You Our perimeter cabinets are SW Pure White, island color is SW Mindful Gray, countertops are Cambria Torquay, and backsplash is light marble subway. You seem to really like white duck Can you provide insight? Its a little darker than Oyster White, with a LRV of 69.89. In a home that gets ample natural light, painting Oyster White on your exterior will show more of the softer, beige side of Oyster White. Lets take a quick break to talk about paint samples, Undoubtedly, youll be heading out in the near future to grab paint samples stop right there! You have warm greige and cool greige paint colors. Are there a few options I can start with. Hi Kylie, What color trim would you suggest to compliment the SW White Duck walls? Wool Skein SW 6148. If your doors are Greek Villa you would want to paint all of the architectural trim (baseboards/windows etc.) I dont entirely trust BM Seashell though and its undertones, I might take it off the list (of course, this is without seeing your home City Loft SW 7631 is a subtle and sophisticated gray and looks best next to a white trim that is clean and crisp without any undertones. No undertones or fuss, this color is about as crisp as white can get without feeling too stark or blinding. Let me know when you get a minute and thanks again. An interior designer suggested using Pearly White on everything, saying that it is a warmer white and goes with everything. Were now looking for a nice complimentary white for the cabinets. Hello I have open living room to dining area,also open to the kitchen. If White Duck is close, but no cigar, check outShoji White, which well take a closer look at below or the gorgeous Benjamin Moore Ballet White. We are using SW Pure White for all trim, doors and ceilings. North, East, South, West: Which Paint Colour is the Best? Question.the way you describe Aesthetic Whiteexcept for the beige part, it sounds a bit like BM White Dove. Creamy is definitely one of my favourite warm off-white paint colours thats NOT beige or gray! This time around, we just had our home painted with SW Aesthetic White and chose SW Pure White for the doors and trim (I went with flat, ceiling white on the ceilings) and I LOOOOVE it so much more!!! I try to give as much complimentary as I can on my website, but if that doesnt work you may enjoy sending me photos and getting me to spend some time with your home! Hello Pamela, the warm tones in Dover would not complement either Shoji or Oyster. It is always best to look at color in your lighting. Our painter coincidentally chose Alabaster as an option. Treat your kitchen cabinets and trim as architectural details (which they are) and use the same crisp white on all of your trim and cabinetry. Super open to other options. I love Creamy White and now I have a new favoriteWhite Duck or may be Aesthetic White? We are looking to paint the exterior of our home a shade of white that is clean and modern while also blending with the natural limestone in the area. You can schedule a real-time appointment with a designer when you sign up. We have an open floor plan 9 ft ceilings in kitchen and 10 in living room. Can you recommend a similar off-white alternative? A lot of popular beige paint colours have a slightly golden, yellow-orange undertone to them. Hi Kylie, Its a MODERN take on the heavy rich beiges from the early 2000s. Panda White SW 6147 If you need help, you may benefit from our free virtual color consultation. Im looking to repaint my entire first floor.