Ref. #EDEBDB · 7006-13
Pontoon White
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pontoon White Technical Profile
What color is Pontoon White? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #EDEBDB. Colors similar to Pontoon White include Sherwin-Williams Barely Pear, Vista Paint Sweet Spring, Benjamin Moore Ancient Ivory. Pontoon White has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, Pontoon White reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Pontoon White reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Pontoon White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Barely Pear
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sweet Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ancient Ivory
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mourning Dove
Behr
Nearly identical
Imagine .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Cake Batter
PPG
Nearly identical
James White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sweet Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pontoon White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pontoon White
#EDEBDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pontoon White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pontoon 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Pontoon White.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pontoon White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pontoon White have?
Pontoon White by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Pontoon White from other brands?
The closest matches are Barely Pear by Sherwin-Williams (#EDEBDB), Sweet Spring by Vista Paint (#EDECDC), Ancient Ivory by Benjamin Moore (#EFEDDC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pontoon White?
Pontoon White has an LRV of 82.5, 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 Pontoon White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.