Ref. #E4DBD8 · 6007
Smart White
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smart White Technical Profile
What color is Smart White? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #E4DBD8. Colors similar to Smart White include Farrow & Ball Great White, Behr Crushed Peony, Behr Pink Chalk. Smart White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Smart 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, Smart 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 Smart White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Crushed Peony
Behr
Nearly identical
Napa Dawn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pampas Grass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Milk And Cookies
PPG
Nearly identical
Soothing Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloudy Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Clytemnestra
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smart White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smart White
#E4DBD8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smart White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smart 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 Smart 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.
Smart White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smart White have?
Smart White by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Smart White from other brands?
The closest matches are Great White by Farrow & Ball (#E7DEDB), Crushed Peony by Behr (#E3DCDA), Pink Chalk by Behr (#E3DCD9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smart White?
Smart White has an LRV of 72.1, 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 Smart White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.