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White Sesame
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
White Sesame Technical Profile
What color is White Sesame? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #E3DBCD. Colors similar to White Sesame include Benjamin Moore Sonnet, Behr Vintage Linen, Vista Paint Travertine Trail. White Sesame has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, White Sesame 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, White Sesame 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 White Sesame
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sonnet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Vintage Linen
Behr
Nearly identical
Travertine Trail
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cream in my Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
School House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Powder Cake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Antique White
PPG
Nearly identical
October Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With White Sesame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
White Sesame
#E3DBCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for White Sesame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
White Sesame 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 White Sesame.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
White Sesame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does White Sesame have?
White Sesame by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match White Sesame from other brands?
The closest matches are Sonnet by Benjamin Moore (#E4DCCE), Vintage Linen by Behr (#E3DBCC), Travertine Trail by Vista Paint (#E1D9CA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of White Sesame?
White Sesame has an LRV of 71.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why White Sesame's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.