Ref. #EEEBE1 · 9581
Cotton
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cotton Technical Profile
What color is Cotton? It's a very light warm neutral with the hex code #EEEBE1. Colors similar to Cotton include PPG Winter Mood, Vista Paint White Silence, Benjamin Moore Dune White. Cotton has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, Cotton 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, Cotton 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 Cotton
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cotton
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cotton
#EEEBE1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cotton
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cotton 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Cotton.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cotton — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cotton have?
Cotton by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Cotton from other brands?
The closest matches are Winter Mood by PPG (#EFECE2), White Silence by Vista Paint (#F0EDE3), Dune White by Benjamin Moore (#EDEBE1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cotton?
Cotton has an LRV of 83.0, 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 Cotton's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.