And it has a pretty passive warmth to it. When it comes to whites like Spun Cotton, I start getting twitchy(er). She teaches art classes for adults and enjoys helping people discover their creativity. I would order a bunch and try them in different rooms and different lighting situations. Its high LRV of 89 puts it in the range of whites like Whisper White and Polar Bear.
For more photos of our house, check out this work in progress house tour. Ive even added a few to the list since I first posted this. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Ive used SW, BM and Behr and find Behr paint to be the best when it comes to application. Smoky White is one of those off-whites that will read as a white in most circumstances.
Hi! Decorated Life is reader-supported. Smoky White is a warm white with golden undertones. Good luck, Shelia! Would I partner it with gray or greige? If i was to use SW creamy , Timid white , of Ballet White which Behr trim color would go with those? I'm so glad you're here! Ive included photos of real houses painted in these whites. Our site uses cookies to improve your visit.
Here is the best white ceiling paint, if youre in for a full refresh. Its great for situations where you want a room to feel cozy while still getting that clean and bright feeling that white paints give. Shown above, Sherwin Williams Pure White it stands alone! Plus, youll get instant access to my free resource library! Thanks! Winds Breath is a challenging white to nail down. Would the whites be the best ? I dont know that Id go TOO cool with my paint colours unless I really wanted that contrast of the warm/cool end of things. I tried to carefully label every color in this blog post where its Silky White. I hope Home Depot will expand this selection of $2 peel and stick samples soon.
HECK no. Can you help? Thank you for visiting! This is a white with a contemporary feel. Hi Kylie! Behr Palais or Behr Swiss Coffee? Antique White has a LRV of 73, which is on the lower end of the off-white spectrum. K. Hi K, Thanks for the feedback. Switching subjects a little! When Stevie isnt writing and researching, she likes to knit, crochet, and spin yarn on her antique Great Wheel. But if you havent been looking at paints for very longor even if you haveit might surprise you to learn that white can be a really complicated color! Hi Shayla, I use latex. Why not?
Read more: The 3 White Paint Colours I Would NEVER Paint My Trim or Cabinets.
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I am looking at Swiss Coffee, Palais White and Polar Bear. Heres the quick and easy way to remember this blog post. Its squeaky-high LRV of 92 puts it in the company of paints like Ultra Pure White and Polar Bear, or Benjamin Moores Chantilly Lace. Id also avoid anything with a green undertone. Even just finding a plain white can be a matter of degreesjust how bright do you want to go? Looking for a suggestion for which Behr white that I have narrowed down for wall paint in our kitchen will work with New Venetian gold granite, American English stain oak cabinets, and not installed (yet) cream white subway tile (Latte- Guastavino by Medici Mosaics). Heres how I found my favorite white paint colors. P.S. I pulled together a massive roundup of beautiful black door hardware. I usually start by showing up at my local Home Depot and asking the paint department if they can mix a sample of __ color by __ paint line in their Premium Plus Ultra paint. Well, its pretty flexible, but GENERALLY will look best with cool paint colours because it is such a CLEAN white. In the above photo, Decorators White is the bottom sample see how cool-gray it looks compared to the others? Im Erin, a Colorado-based home improvement blogger and lover of all things DIY. Photos are hard. Have you used the lo-sheen Sherwin Williams HRW? I always have a few sizes of these brushes on hand because they make life so much easier for painting swatches, touch-ups, and small paint jobs. Personally, Id be careful as yellow can be a tricky undertone when it comes to partnering other colours up, especially the colours in products like marble and a lot of the white-base quartz countertops. All Rights Reserved. Want to know what that range IS? Cameo White is a warm, creamy white that just straddles the divide between off-whites and pure whites. Cameo White has a LRV of 81. I am so happy you wrote about behr paint. Do you want to learn more about colour, either for your own home or your clients homes? I am looking at Behr whites to paint kitchen cabinets to go with New Venetian Gold granite countertops. I slapped them on the walls in a few spots. Oxford White is beautiful! Oh I was looking at the Pinterest pin that led me to this. It has a yellow undertone in it, but a bit of a neutral base to calm it down. Any thoughts or do you recommend any other whites?
Generally, I like muted, earth-toned hues with a colour like Swiss Coffee because they are also that bit more grounded. Click on the red highlighted colour name to see it on Behrs website. If you have a sample of the countertop, my best advice is to get a few paint samples at HD, and paint them on cardboard to compare real samples in your actual kitchen lighting. Order $2 peel and stick samples here: Ultra Pure White | Polar Bear | Painters White (another good neutral white). Its LRV of 76 does technically place it in the off-white range. Behr describes Whisper White as a timeless, creamy white. Whether youre a beginner or well-versed in the colour world, these fun online courses will take your colour education to the NEXT LEVEL!
Now that Ive been living with these walls for 6 months, I still love this color. When it comes to Sleek White, I would look at cleaner cool colours if you want the warm/cool play, especially greens or stronger warmer neutrals. Read more here. I am SO glad to see Behr paint getting some love. Heres the quick and easy way to remember this blog post. It can have a gently shaded look to it.
Frost has a fairly high LRV of 87. Hi Holly! Ive started painting the trim in Ultra Pure White. You can grab 8 oz samples of the other colors in store at Home Depot unfortunately, it doesnt seem like they ship sample sizes, although you can order a quart. Polar Bear looks like it would work too, so Im keeping that one filed away for future.
Now, I REALLY wanted to show you a Behr paint colour that was close to one of my FAVE WHITE PAINT COLOURS Sherwin Williams Pure White, but theres just nothing like it! The kitchen cabinets have been quite a saga.
Whether youre looking for the brightest white you can find, a white that can pull double-duty as a neutral color, or something in between, this list will have what youre looking for. These E-DESIGN colour consulting packages are designed with YOU in mind, giving you the answers youve been looking with ideas and insights that are CUSTOMIZED to you and your home. I painted the doors and trim in Swan Wing semi-gloss to contrast with the gray wall color (Behr Dolphin Fin). What paint colours look good with Ultra Pure White? With an LRV of 92, Sleek White is pretty darned white, just not stark or clean or as bright as Ultra Pure White. GF changed their color formula, so rather than starting 100% over, I bought BM Advance paint and had it custom color matched. So, there you have it, hope that helps you pick the right white for your project!
I HATE picking paint I was curious why you picked a custom color for your cabinets? Shown above, similar colour, Benjamin Moore White Dove, Read more: Paint Colour Review of Benjamin Moore White Dove. What Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams paint colours do they COMPARE to. With its very high LRV of 88, though, White Veil will still read as pure white in most circumstances. Did you use latex or oil base on the trim? Thats why Ive created this guide to the best of the best. Thank you for your post- Thanks for your articles. Bit of Sugar is a very bright white with a creamy appearance that gives it a lovely glow. I love all of your blogs! This is a good warm white to choose when you dont want that buttery or golden look, but youre still wanting a touch of creaminess or neutral color. Here, youll find hundreds of articles on how to create the home of your dreams. This 5 part series with amazing tips and tricks will be delivered FREE to your inbox! Thanks for your response .
TIPS ON PICKING PAINT COLOURS WHEN YOU HAVE ANXIETY (or overthink) Im obsessed with paint colours. Heres an easy way to try these colors on your walls: Ultra Pure White | Polar Bear | Painters White (another good neutral white). I hear you, and Im here to help. How to Pick the RIGHT White: 4 Tips and Ideas, Should I Paint My Wood Cabinets White? Simply Pro by Bloom Blog Shop. Download my FREE printable PDF of the best Behr white paint colors! I picked a custom color because I painted the old cabinets with General Finishes Milk Paint in Seagull Gray and then painted new doors and drawers and more cabinetry to match.
Thank you in advance! Polar Bear was another contender for trim, so I grabbed that too. It might be as a nice, crisp trim, as the starting point for a style like Modern Farmhouse, or even as a path to flooding your whole home with bright and airy light. In a white this bright, undertones wont be a strong factor, but the flavor of the white is cool, which is important for choosing your coordinating colors. Shes also an artist with a passion for color, and exploring the relationship between color and emotions. White Veil is a white and beige blend, its hint of beige making this a warm white. If you want your white to offer a punch of color, pick one of the off-whites in the 70s. They also have a color-scanning tool that can color-match based on a paint chip, or a small, flat slice of the color you want.
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With an LRV of 87, Palais White is getting up there for sure, kind of in-between legit WHITE and a softer white. With an LRV of 94, Pure White is about as white as youre going to get and is EVEN WHITER than Sherwin Williams High Reflective Whitewhich is pretty darned impressive in my books. I needed actual Behr white paint samples because the base paint differs from brand to brand and colors can appear slightly different.
If youre looking for OTHER colours, stay tuned as Im putting together these blog posts as quickly as I can!
For more photos of our house, check out this work in progress house tour. Ive even added a few to the list since I first posted this. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Ive used SW, BM and Behr and find Behr paint to be the best when it comes to application. Smoky White is one of those off-whites that will read as a white in most circumstances.
Hi! Decorated Life is reader-supported. Smoky White is a warm white with golden undertones. Good luck, Shelia! Would I partner it with gray or greige? If i was to use SW creamy , Timid white , of Ballet White which Behr trim color would go with those? I'm so glad you're here! Ive included photos of real houses painted in these whites. Our site uses cookies to improve your visit.
Here is the best white ceiling paint, if youre in for a full refresh. Its great for situations where you want a room to feel cozy while still getting that clean and bright feeling that white paints give. Shown above, Sherwin Williams Pure White it stands alone! Plus, youll get instant access to my free resource library! Thanks! Winds Breath is a challenging white to nail down. Would the whites be the best ? I dont know that Id go TOO cool with my paint colours unless I really wanted that contrast of the warm/cool end of things. I tried to carefully label every color in this blog post where its Silky White. I hope Home Depot will expand this selection of $2 peel and stick samples soon. HECK no. Can you help? Thank you for visiting! This is a white with a contemporary feel. Hi Kylie! Behr Palais or Behr Swiss Coffee? Antique White has a LRV of 73, which is on the lower end of the off-white spectrum. K. Hi K, Thanks for the feedback. Switching subjects a little! When Stevie isnt writing and researching, she likes to knit, crochet, and spin yarn on her antique Great Wheel. But if you havent been looking at paints for very longor even if you haveit might surprise you to learn that white can be a really complicated color! Hi Shayla, I use latex. Why not?
Read more: The 3 White Paint Colours I Would NEVER Paint My Trim or Cabinets.
Receive my new blog posts, bloopers, and behind-the-scenes content delivered straight to your inbox. Do you happen to know the color of those walls?
I am looking at Swiss Coffee, Palais White and Polar Bear. Heres the quick and easy way to remember this blog post. Its squeaky-high LRV of 92 puts it in the company of paints like Ultra Pure White and Polar Bear, or Benjamin Moores Chantilly Lace. Id also avoid anything with a green undertone. Even just finding a plain white can be a matter of degreesjust how bright do you want to go? Looking for a suggestion for which Behr white that I have narrowed down for wall paint in our kitchen will work with New Venetian gold granite, American English stain oak cabinets, and not installed (yet) cream white subway tile (Latte- Guastavino by Medici Mosaics). Heres how I found my favorite white paint colors. P.S. I pulled together a massive roundup of beautiful black door hardware. I usually start by showing up at my local Home Depot and asking the paint department if they can mix a sample of __ color by __ paint line in their Premium Plus Ultra paint. Well, its pretty flexible, but GENERALLY will look best with cool paint colours because it is such a CLEAN white. In the above photo, Decorators White is the bottom sample see how cool-gray it looks compared to the others? Im Erin, a Colorado-based home improvement blogger and lover of all things DIY. Photos are hard. Have you used the lo-sheen Sherwin Williams HRW? I always have a few sizes of these brushes on hand because they make life so much easier for painting swatches, touch-ups, and small paint jobs. Personally, Id be careful as yellow can be a tricky undertone when it comes to partnering other colours up, especially the colours in products like marble and a lot of the white-base quartz countertops. All Rights Reserved. Want to know what that range IS? Cameo White is a warm, creamy white that just straddles the divide between off-whites and pure whites. Cameo White has a LRV of 81. I am so happy you wrote about behr paint. Do you want to learn more about colour, either for your own home or your clients homes? I am looking at Behr whites to paint kitchen cabinets to go with New Venetian Gold granite countertops. I slapped them on the walls in a few spots. Oxford White is beautiful! Oh I was looking at the Pinterest pin that led me to this. It has a yellow undertone in it, but a bit of a neutral base to calm it down. Any thoughts or do you recommend any other whites?
Generally, I like muted, earth-toned hues with a colour like Swiss Coffee because they are also that bit more grounded. Click on the red highlighted colour name to see it on Behrs website. If you have a sample of the countertop, my best advice is to get a few paint samples at HD, and paint them on cardboard to compare real samples in your actual kitchen lighting. Order $2 peel and stick samples here: Ultra Pure White | Polar Bear | Painters White (another good neutral white). Its LRV of 76 does technically place it in the off-white range. Behr describes Whisper White as a timeless, creamy white. Whether youre a beginner or well-versed in the colour world, these fun online courses will take your colour education to the NEXT LEVEL!
Now that Ive been living with these walls for 6 months, I still love this color. When it comes to Sleek White, I would look at cleaner cool colours if you want the warm/cool play, especially greens or stronger warmer neutrals. Read more here. I am SO glad to see Behr paint getting some love. Heres the quick and easy way to remember this blog post. It can have a gently shaded look to it.
Frost has a fairly high LRV of 87. Hi Holly! Ive started painting the trim in Ultra Pure White. You can grab 8 oz samples of the other colors in store at Home Depot unfortunately, it doesnt seem like they ship sample sizes, although you can order a quart. Polar Bear looks like it would work too, so Im keeping that one filed away for future.
Now, I REALLY wanted to show you a Behr paint colour that was close to one of my FAVE WHITE PAINT COLOURS Sherwin Williams Pure White, but theres just nothing like it! The kitchen cabinets have been quite a saga.
Whether youre looking for the brightest white you can find, a white that can pull double-duty as a neutral color, or something in between, this list will have what youre looking for. These E-DESIGN colour consulting packages are designed with YOU in mind, giving you the answers youve been looking with ideas and insights that are CUSTOMIZED to you and your home. I painted the doors and trim in Swan Wing semi-gloss to contrast with the gray wall color (Behr Dolphin Fin). What paint colours look good with Ultra Pure White? With an LRV of 92, Sleek White is pretty darned white, just not stark or clean or as bright as Ultra Pure White. GF changed their color formula, so rather than starting 100% over, I bought BM Advance paint and had it custom color matched. So, there you have it, hope that helps you pick the right white for your project!
I HATE picking paint I was curious why you picked a custom color for your cabinets? Shown above, similar colour, Benjamin Moore White Dove, Read more: Paint Colour Review of Benjamin Moore White Dove. What Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams paint colours do they COMPARE to. With its very high LRV of 88, though, White Veil will still read as pure white in most circumstances. Did you use latex or oil base on the trim? Thats why Ive created this guide to the best of the best. Thank you for your post- Thanks for your articles. Bit of Sugar is a very bright white with a creamy appearance that gives it a lovely glow. I love all of your blogs! This is a good warm white to choose when you dont want that buttery or golden look, but youre still wanting a touch of creaminess or neutral color. Here, youll find hundreds of articles on how to create the home of your dreams. This 5 part series with amazing tips and tricks will be delivered FREE to your inbox! Thanks for your response .
TIPS ON PICKING PAINT COLOURS WHEN YOU HAVE ANXIETY (or overthink) Im obsessed with paint colours. Heres an easy way to try these colors on your walls: Ultra Pure White | Polar Bear | Painters White (another good neutral white). I hear you, and Im here to help. How to Pick the RIGHT White: 4 Tips and Ideas, Should I Paint My Wood Cabinets White? Simply Pro by Bloom Blog Shop. Download my FREE printable PDF of the best Behr white paint colors! I picked a custom color because I painted the old cabinets with General Finishes Milk Paint in Seagull Gray and then painted new doors and drawers and more cabinetry to match.
Thank you in advance! Polar Bear was another contender for trim, so I grabbed that too. It might be as a nice, crisp trim, as the starting point for a style like Modern Farmhouse, or even as a path to flooding your whole home with bright and airy light. In a white this bright, undertones wont be a strong factor, but the flavor of the white is cool, which is important for choosing your coordinating colors. Shes also an artist with a passion for color, and exploring the relationship between color and emotions. White Veil is a white and beige blend, its hint of beige making this a warm white. If you want your white to offer a punch of color, pick one of the off-whites in the 70s. They also have a color-scanning tool that can color-match based on a paint chip, or a small, flat slice of the color you want.
The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.
With an LRV of 87, Palais White is getting up there for sure, kind of in-between legit WHITE and a softer white. With an LRV of 94, Pure White is about as white as youre going to get and is EVEN WHITER than Sherwin Williams High Reflective Whitewhich is pretty darned impressive in my books. I needed actual Behr white paint samples because the base paint differs from brand to brand and colors can appear slightly different.
If youre looking for OTHER colours, stay tuned as Im putting together these blog posts as quickly as I can!