Ref. #E2DEDB · 7077
Original White
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Original White Technical Profile
What color is Original White? It's a light neutral off-white with the hex code #E2DEDB. Colors similar to Original White include Behr Quiet On The Set, PPG Fall Chill, PPG Dusky Dawn. Original White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Original White reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Original White is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Original White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Quiet On The Set
Behr
Nearly identical
Fall Chill
PPG
Nearly identical
Woodland Wildflower
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hampshire Rocks
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Strong White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Snow Peak
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Diamond Stud
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dove's Wing
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Original White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Original White
#E2DEDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Original White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Original 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Original 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.
Original White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Original White have?
Original White by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Original White from other brands?
The closest matches are Quiet On The Set by Behr (#E2DFDC), Fall Chill by PPG (#E1DDDB), Dusky Dawn by PPG (#E5E1DE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Original White?
Original White has an LRV of 73.5, 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 Original White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.