Ref. #E5E0DB · 2001
Strong White
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Strong White Technical Profile
What color is Strong White? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #E5E0DB. Colors similar to Strong White include Benjamin Moore White Winged Dove, Behr Painter's White, Behr White Opal. Strong White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Strong White reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Strong White pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Strong White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
White Winged Dove
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Painter's White
Behr
Nearly identical
Ballroom Belle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Crystalline
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusky Dawn
PPG
Nearly identical
Dove's Wing
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Clytemnestra
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Raindrops
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Strong White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strong White
#E5E0DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strong White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strong 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Strong White.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Strong White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strong White have?
Strong White by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Strong White from other brands?
The closest matches are White Winged Dove by Benjamin Moore (#E6E1DC), Painter's White by Behr (#E5E1DC), White Opal by Behr (#E6E2DE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Strong White?
Strong White has an LRV of 75.1, 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 Strong White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.