White works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 83 it reflects plenty of light, which makes it well-suited for north-facing rooms and smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Skip it if you want a crisp, cool-modern look, or in rooms with heavy north light that can pull its warmth slightly muddy.
Ref. #EBEBE4 · V000
White
83%LRV Value
White Technical Profile
What color is Vista Paint White (V000)? It's a very light warm white — hex #EBEBE4, LRV 83. The closest cross-brand equivalent to White is Behr Smoky White — a near-identical match on the wall, with Valspar Paramount White and Dunn-Edwards Almond Milk also close. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, 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, 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. As a lighter neutral, White works as a whole-room or trim color and keeps adjoining colors reading clean — pair it with crisper whites a step brighter than itself so the trim still separates. 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. Lighter neutrals reveal their undertone most, so White can swing warmer under 2700K bulbs and cleaner under 4000K daylight — sample it against your trim before committing.
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Colors Similar to White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Smoky White
Behr
Nearly identical
Paramount White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Almond Milk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cloud Cover
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mystic Fog
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Imagine .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Commercial White
PPG
Nearly identical
Pure White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
White
#EBEBE4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to 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.
White — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to White are Smoky White by Behr (a near-identical match), Paramount White by Valspar (a near-identical match), Almond Milk by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting White's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of White?
White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 82.7, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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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.
Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for White depends on the room. Here's how to choose.