Ref. #E0E7E2 · 6476
Glimmer
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Glimmer Technical Profile
What color is Glimmer? It's a light cool off-white with the hex code #E0E7E2. Colors similar to Glimmer include Valspar Dew Drop, Vista Paint Illuminating Experience, Vista Paint Bay Cruise. Glimmer has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Glimmer reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a cool neutral, Glimmer pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Glimmer
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Dew Drop
Valspar
Nearly identical
Illuminating Experience
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Pearl
PPG
Nearly identical
Illuminating Experience
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mist Spirit
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Polish
Behr
Nearly identical
Bisque .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Stonewashed
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glimmer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glimmer
#E0E7E2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glimmer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glimmer 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 Glimmer.
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.
Glimmer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glimmer have?
Glimmer by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Glimmer from other brands?
The closest matches are Dew Drop by Valspar (#DFE7E2), Illuminating Experience by Vista Paint (#DEE4DF), Bay Cruise by Vista Paint (#E2EAE6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glimmer?
Glimmer has an LRV of 78.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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