Classic White DEHW08 is a white paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #ECEEEC, LRV 85 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ultra White from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ECEEEC · DEHW08
Classic White
85%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Classic White Technical Profile
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Classic White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsClassic White
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreUltra White
Ultra White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Melting Glacier
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Melting Glacier
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Celestial Glow
Behr
Nearly identical
Dashing
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Moonlit Snow
PPG
Nearly identical
Imagine .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Tambourine
Valspar
Nearly identical
White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Alaskan Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Signal White
RAL
Very similar
Cabbage White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic White
#ECEEEC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic White 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Classic White.
More white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic White have?
Classic White by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic White are Ultra White by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Chalk White by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Decorator's White by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic White's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Classic White?
Classic White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 85.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.