Ref. #F7EFDD · DEW318
Cottage White
87%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cottage White Technical Profile
What color is Cottage White? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #F7EFDD. Colors similar to Cottage White include Sherwin-Williams Paperwhite, Behr Cottage White Or-w9, Benjamin Moore Lily of the Valley. Cottage White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 87, Cottage White reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Cottage White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Paperwhite
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cottage White Or-w9
Behr
Nearly identical
Lily of the Valley
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spinning Wheel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pumice Stone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
White Tie
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Mayo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Spice Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cottage White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cottage White
#F7EFDD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BF73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cottage White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cottage 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 Cottage White.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cottage White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cottage White have?
Cottage White by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cottage White from other brands?
The closest matches are Paperwhite by Sherwin-Williams (#F7EFDE), Cottage White Or-w9 by Behr (#F5EDDB), Lily of the Valley by Benjamin Moore (#F8F0DD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cottage White?
Cottage White has an LRV of 86.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cottage White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.