Whimsical White 6826 is a white paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #EAE5E7 and LRV 79. Its closest cross-brand match is Fainting Violet from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EAE5E7 · 6826
Whimsical White
79%LRV Value
Whimsical White Technical Profile
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Whimsical White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whimsical White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsWhimsical White
Nearly identical
ValsparFainting Violet
Fainting Violet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Misty Morn
PPG
Nearly identical
Crescent Moon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloud Nine
Behr
Nearly identical
Crescent Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chalky Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vintage Lamp
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mountain Air
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dreamy Cloud
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wevet
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal White
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whimsical White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whimsical White
#EAE5E7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whimsical White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whimsical 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 Whimsical White.
More white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whimsical White — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Whimsical White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsical White are Fainting Violet by Valspar (a near-identical match), Misty Morn by PPG (a near-identical match), Orchid Petal by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whimsical White'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 Whimsical White?
Whimsical White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 79.3, 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Whimsical White depends on the room. Here's how to choose.