Creamy 7012 is a white paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #EFE8DB, estimated LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Creamed Vanilla from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #EFE8DB · 7012
Creamy
81%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
More about Creamy
Creamy is exactly what it sounds like — a soft, warm white at LRV 81 with a gentle cream tone that reads cozy and inviting rather than stark. It's a go-to for trim, cabinets, and whole rooms in homes that lean warm and traditional, the antidote to the cool, gallery-clean whites.
Its warmth glows under lamplight but can look soft beside a bright white, so keep the whites consistent. It pairs naturally with wood, warm greiges, and brass. Benjamin Moore Collector's Item is a near-identical cross-brand match, with Behr Ivory Palace close behind.
Creamy Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFE8DB
RGB239, 232, 219
Estimated LRV81.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familywhite
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Creamy
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Creamed Vanilla
Dutch Boy
#EFE8DB
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Hint of Vanilla
Vista Paint
#EEE7DA
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Antique White
Valspar
#EFE8DA
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Sugar Soap
PPG
#EFE8DC
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Hint of Vanilla
Hirshfield's
#EEE8DC
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Table Linen
Behr
#F1E9DC
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Himalaya
Kilz
#F0EADE
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Collector's Item
Benjamin Moore
#F2EBDD
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Ball of String
Dunn-Edwards
#F0E8D9
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Au Lait
Farrow & Ball
#EBE7DC
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Colors That Work With Creamy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creamy
#EFE8DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creamy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creamy 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
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Creamy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creamy have?
Creamy by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Creamy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Creamy are Creamed Vanilla by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Hint of Vanilla by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Antique White by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Creamy'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 Creamy?
Creamy has a estimated lightness value of 81.2, 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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Why Creamy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.