Light comes in and hits one LARGE wall. So, Shoji White and Oyster White are both amazing neutral paint colors. Off-whites and pastels have bits of color in their makeup that keep them from looking washed out under bright lighting situations, and coordinate well with different colors. Our style for furniture is a mix of antiques, Victorian, mixed with some Ethan Allen British Collection. With trends leaning warmer, expect to see more of this beautiful beige coming your way! I appreciate your feedback. How much more cool do I need to go to balance the warmth of the sun? Thanks for all the info you share! Regards, Andrew. We definitely dont want yellow or cool gray undertones. Ironically, I was this close to going with Shoji White instead. We changed our countertops to a honed black granite and our floors will be black rectified porcelain tile (resembles burnt wood). And then theres exposure (north/south/east/west facing) which ALL all have their own colour quirks. I have found that anything in the greyish white family looks terrible against my glazed crown molding. I have those dreaded cream / off white cabinets you spoke of. Really enjoy your insights. It looks great with other grays, especially darker and cooler grays than itself. I was told it doesnt have undertones. We have dark Floors with our trim in BM Decorators White. Your email address will not be published. I plan on white kitchen cabinets, darkish wood floors.I was thinking about City Loft as the wall color because I want something that is not white, but not too much color either. curious what your thoughts were on those colors for exterior I will have stained wood doors and posts with stone on the house as well, with clay colored windows. Or what might be the difference there? Aesthetic White DOES have some warmth, but its nicely subdued by a wink o gray. Mi have warm wood floors I have sampled Shoji and Natural Chouce, and Natural Ground. The off-white component of Oyster White gives it a natural feel that looks lovely with other nature-inspired colors. I loved this post. Hi! Thanks! I was looking at SW Discreet White but couldnt find many in-home examples to know whether it gave off purple vibes. Thanks. I am okay with a slightly greenish or yellowish undertone. I have no idea what colour to use on the ceiling. Like White Dove, it has a warm undertone but it's a bit lighter and brighter. We are a new build I would like to paint everything (upper cabinets, trim, walls) all one color. Classic Gray is a warm gray in the off-white range. Depending on what's next to it, Oyster White has both grey and beige undertones. Trends are leaning warmer, away from gray, and closer to the beige end of things. Modern White SW 6168 is a strong contender but we are unsure if it is the right choice. I had agreeable gray lightened 6%-now an LRV of 66- should I just look for a whole new color.? Your last comment about. ??? Oyster White SW 7637 @lennonnorainteriors. We have vaulted ceilings in the LR. A greige is in between a beige and a gray. Hi Lea! If youd like something with a wee wink more colour, take a look at Benjamin Moore Timid White which is just slightly less neutral/more creamy yellow (also check out Benjamin Moore White Down). Ive been reading all your posts but havent seen you mention natural choice or natural ground. Hi Deren! Also, the den area will have coffered ceilings, so a contrasting color would be nice. Do you want to learn more about colour, either for your own home or your clients homes? My home has travertine floors and mahogany wood cabinets and wood beams. Salty Dog is a handsome trim color for this Oyster White kitchen. We are painting kitchen cabinet white and trying to decide between Alabaster and Pure White. However, this color is so light that under most lighting conditions, it is going to appear off-white, not greige. It all depends on your home, exposure, furnishings, interior finishings and of COURSE, personal tastes, but theyll at least get you started! Shoji White vs. White Duck We used Wider White in our new home in several rooms to complement Light French Gray which we Love!! Friends that came over said it looked dingy in natural light and they were right. Should we keep the ceilings the same color or change? Would Alabaster be a good choice? Remember, every gray will have an undertone, and Silver Satin favours a very slight violet. Hi Laura! I love your post and information. Previously we had BM Bavarian Cream in these areas. See why Oyster White ends up in so many categories? There is typical new construction moulding halfway up the wall and it is double story. I thought I had decided on Eider White, but after looking at photos online, I am afraid it will appear light gray in low light. This will probably seem so off base today because everything leans the opposite, but are there any off-white neutral colors that you have used that have green undertones that you would recommend? Alabaster could work, but I might also look at SW Pure White . As an exterior paint color, if you have alot of exterior green follage, it could make a better white paint color than Oyster White because those warm tones will neutralize all the green. Thanks, your posts are fabulous! Did you end up using White Duck for your walls? The flooring, furniture colors, etc. I havent been able to find any mention of this for a trim color. Natural Choice SW 7011 Stucco SW 7568, I am using iron ore for my trim on my exterior. We have Colonnade Gray throughout the rest of the open floor plan house and Shoji coordinates nicely. In comparison, SW Pearly White is warmer than Ice Cube and has pink/peachy undertone. Check out these warm but neutral whites instead. We have Venetian Gold granite, which would be better for that countertop? ?The kitchen although open floor plan still has defined walls that surrounds cabinets.. would it be okay to use a white on other walls or still wont work. SW Simply White was recommended to me by a professional for kitchen cabinets. What I can tell you is the cabinets will be SW Acier grey. You have a classic color combination that will look good forever. Consider using either Pure White SW 7005 or Extra White SW 7006; either of these clean whites would be a beautiful complement to the soft colors on your walls. Here you will see Shoji White in real homes, discover some dupes, and see it in comparison to other popular white paint colors. Has a natural limestone facade in front. And if so, what white do you suggest. Im looking to repaint my entire first floor. Weve just purchased a home that has cherry wood floors. City Loft seems like it would work well, but you just mentioned a pink tone. Hi I am thinking of painting my open space living/kitchen area Alabaster. at the top of the page Thank you! . As a greige color, Oyster White offers the most subtle hint of this shade possible, if you dont want to commit too heavily to that direction. Hi Lisa! How about a white that is not stark and pairs well with a dark brown? The room has one dormered south-facing window but doesnt get a lot of light. Hi Megan! The above photo shows the Aesthetic at its warmest. I think I want to paint the entire basement the same color, but I am really having a hard time with all the options. Was considering white duck, alabaster or agreeable gray for exterior. It looks so much bluer in your island than in the color swatch. We are trying to decide on a color for our custom made kitchen cabinets. (Wall tile, fixtures & wood trim will be white-white.) Alabaster is a popular white paint from Sherwin Williams and its in the Color ID: Nurturer collection with Oyster White. Would you suggest chatilly lace, oxford white or decorators white. I want to lean cool (no cream) and in the SW brochure, City Loft falls under a Cool White..so, Im a tad confused. We are starting with a blank slate. Our home has high cathedral ceilings and bedrooms in the 8ft flat ceilings. What finish would be nice for the walls? If you're leaning toward Shoji White, and it's just not quite the right color, check out White Duck, and vice versa. Look at: What is the inverse of aesthetic white where it is grey with a wink of beige within that LRV? Its beautiful together! Which color do you recommend? Sign up for a free Virtual Color Consultation here: https://www.sherwinwilliams.com/homeowners/color/lead-csi. This neutral shade features gray undertones that are perfect for enhancing a space where furniture and decor have primarily cool tones. Oyster white and White Duck are two popular paint colors that can be used to create a variety of looks in your home. This makes it a fairly light color and puts it just on the borderline of off-white colors, which generally run from a LRV of 73 to 82. Im asking for those of us that have major dislike of pink, purple and/or red undertones, and have major issues with those undertones coming through due to the natural lighting, etc. Alabaster is too light for me, accessible beige too dark. Extra White SW 7006 @vintagevaultannapolis. Is there a search feature on your website to search your blogs? I want to brighten dull basement walls that are now beige. Thanks for the whites education. It has an LRV of 70, putting it on the very LOW/dark end of the off-white range, dipping more into the light depth colours. Alabaster SW 7008, which has a subtle warm undertone, would be the best choice to complement and unify the different colors/finishes in your space. I am wanting a warm white. Greige is the combination of gray and beige. Every green-gray Ive tried in the 70-75 lrv range flashes pink (boo) when Id rather it flash green or a green that flashes gray (yay) which Id be totally fine with since my countertops are a green-gray, off- white granite. Lets take a look at Oyster White in action to gather inspiration for our own projects! Would Dover white go with Sjohi white or Oyster white? Oyster White is paired with the soft green of Jojoba from Benjamin Moore for this natural, understated exterior. The entire entry way, dinning room, living room and kitchen are all 12 feet high ceilings and all open. Now, before we get into the guts n the glory, lets talk about off-whites and why they are such a bugger to choose. Spy vs. Spy - 1961-2009The Spy vs. Spy stories were always 1 page, black and white stories devoid of any text which appeared in Mad Magazine beginning in 196. Im accustomed to painting trim super white and color (even if its white) for the walls. Just joking, NOBODY wants builder beige to come back. Hi. City Loft SW 7631 is a subtle and sophisticated gray and looks best next to a white trim that is clean and crisp without any undertones. Hall leading to bedrooms kind of dim. I have tried SW Nuance (reads blue) and SW Natural Choice (reads yellow). Anita Yokotas Favorite Sherwin-Williams Colors. 2. It looks great with Pure White for a little bit of contrast. There are no windows, so we want to keep things light. I LOVE White Duckas its the perfect blend of cream with a tan/gray base to calm it down. Get your SAMPLIZE PEEL & STICK samples of Kylie Ms recommended colors. As for undertones, it is very similar to White Duck with yellow and greige coming through. Thank you! If your doors are Greek Villa you would want to paint all of the architectural trim (baseboards/windows etc.) Hello I am painting my kitchen clary sage. Your email address will not be published. It is always best to look at color in your lighting. You may want to use SW 7005 Pure White in a flat finish as that would help differentiate it a little bit from the fireplace. I want the trim and walls to be the same color so the view is the standout. This beautiful balance helps build a versatile space that works with a variety of different design styles. Order some free sample chips from our website to determine which color will work best for you. Check out my White Duck Colour Review VIDEO! Thanks! Thank you for asking! I cant see it being a big deal for him to switch up. An off white color can only be created by adding yellow. Any gray (even warm ones) will have blue, purple, green, or a mix of those undertones and Classic Gray is no exception (read more about that here). New Construction with 1.5 stories 20ft + ceilings in LR & DR, open Loft. Two questions: 1. Alabaster SW 7008, which has a subtle warm undertone, would be the best choice for your basement. You might look at this colour and think, good Lord, what IS she talking about? its that subtle. Hi Isobel, for a job of this scope and detail, you would benefit best from a one-on-one virtual consult with one of our designers. Im thinking Ill paint and decorate with creamy whites. What does that mean for me? What color white trim would work? The walls in our home were freshly painted Thistle Gray when we moved in. Thanks to a hint of gray color, Pure White creates a softness that keeps spaces feeling bright without being stark. Thank You! Look at: For the wall, we are considering City Loft or Eider White, would either of that go with Alabaster? An interior designer suggested using Pearly White on everything, saying that it is a warmer white and goes with everything. They are very informative. having a heck of a time choosing a color for my mantle now that I had tile installed in the surround that I think Im about to regret). I dont have much time to decide Thank you. Would Alabaster or Shoji White be a better blend with Shitaki? Its my office, so I know Im going to win the argument (wink wink), but I would love to hear your thoughts on White Heron. What trim would you recommend with BM Feather Down? Shoji White SW 7042, which is a very light greige, would be the best complement to Shiitake SW 9173 for your cabinetry. Hi Kylie, If you pay attention to color design trends, white has been a top color choice for both Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore as their "Color of the Year.". Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful. Hi love the idea of Creamy with Pure White trim, no crown molding like your house, so for the ceiling what color?? I prefer a softer look rather than a cleaner white. Not long after, I was in my local BM store and he happens to have created his own custom line of greys. Awful looking- now have to repaint. To me, it is so yellow looking, and I have northern exposure throughout. Hi Kylie! Any recommendations are appreciated. . I picked a carpet that is very similar to drift of mist, grey with green undertones making it look greige. BUT, honey floors and kitchen cabinets (open concept living/dining/kitchen); and beautiful greenery outside (with distant ocean viewsno neighbors) are driving me crazy. Thank you! Thanks so much KM. Any of which would be a beautiful complement to Urbane Bronze SW 7048. I just dont want you to be surprised once its on your walls! Well, its not that it doesnt look PRETTY (as I LOVE Creamy), but its not as versatile as some other white/off-whites. As such, it can serve in situations designed for either type of color. Ivory Lace #SW7013 This means that if the light thats shining on your wall happens to have a colour to it, your walls can pick up on that. I am looking to paint the interior in an off white color . If you want a lighter shade, more in the WHITE range, check out Sherwin Williams Alabaster or Dover White. Heres a good shot showing Aesthetic White with a few other off-whites (and Sherwin Williams Pure White), Sherwin Williams Aesthetic White: Paint Color Review. I do not want a stark white as my ledge stone is mostly soft grays and tans/Users/sook/Library/Messages/Attachments/c8/08/ECFD3672-9B75-4B94-B32F-A364E3FCEB69/exterior with iron ore sw.jpeg. But it also has some subtle green undertones as well. So its not that its BAD, it can just be limiting for other choices Would city loft brighten it up a bit or is it a mistake because it has a different undertone? Nuance, Moderne White, Ethereal White, Frosty White, etc.). Wed like to get a better sense of your space before making a recommendation. We werent told the paint brand. Hi Debra! Im about to start painting my house. You can paint over this with either Pure White SW 7005 or Extra White SW 7006 to get the look you want. I have been considering White Duck and Creamy, however I have also been looking at SW Ivory Lace as its LRV is a little less than Creamy and a little more than White Duck. You might also like the approach of Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist, which is similar to Classic Gray but has a bit more depth and body to it. We are using SW Pure White for all trim, doors and ceilings. Hi Dori, I would definitely stick with Pure White for the ceiling as well, for consistency with the white, otherwise, youll get some mix and match undertones! In a home that gets ample natural light, painting Oyster White on your exterior will show more of the softer, beige side of Oyster White. I figured Id just pop in and check you out ;). The 3 Wicked Whites of the West When it comes to picking a white paint colour for trims, doors and cabinets, there is a fiiiiine-line between what is flexible and what is most definitely not. Thats the lovely Sherwin Williams Cyberspace! The last designer I used (NOT Kylie) insisted that Id love Creamy on my interior doors and trim despite me not feelin it. This makes it a fairly light color and puts it just on the borderline of off-white colors, which generally run from a LRV of 73 to 82. It has very high ceilings in the main area. Is Dover White on the walls or trim? Oooo Diana, Kilim definitely has undertones! Help please? Click the following link to get started. Here is a quick comparison of the two colors to help you decide which is right for your space: Oyster White: Oyster white is a warm, creamy white with hints of gray and brown. Consider using one of these neutrals, any of which will complement your floors and mahogany wood beautifully. Its an off-white (heavy off-white) thats a greige, but rather than having the subtle purple of Classic Gray, it has a wink more warmth with a touch of cream/yellow. What color white would be good for a home with the same white as the walls my bedrooms is small and dinning room kitchen is open with living room in that area they have high ceilings and kitchen cabinet are white also . Since we will have quartz countertops and gray floors, I am looking for a warm white, but without yellows. Im thinking Urbane Bronze for the interior doors only as it matches my counters perfectly. What are some complimenting white colors that would tone down all the reds? You can see here that even though these colors are only two points apart on the LRV scale, with City Loft at 70 and Oyster White at 72, they are definitely different colors. Natural Choice is also a bit darker with an LRV of 73, while White Duck has an LRV of 74. Having used this colour in my brothers house (not shown above, pictures are coming soon), Ive been able to see firsthand how it shifts from a beige-greige blend (but never definitively gray or beige) into a really subdued, neutralized cream. Despite the name, Oyster White is actually a light greige paint color. Oyster White Color Strip Oyster White does not technically have a color strip. Natural Choice SW 7011 White Duck is like the perfect middle between Alabaster and Shoji, in our opinion. Is it possible to have a green undertone and still look in style, fresh & good with SW Pure White? I am really wanting to paint ceilings, wall and trim in same color but difft sheens. We felt like Natural Choice was a little more creamy than White Duck. Kylie, I LOVE your articles! Oyster White has a light reflective value (LRV) of 72. If it were ME, and I had to choose 1 of my FAVE whitesId hit White Dove, or for a bit more warm/cozy SW Alabaster, as you do have the northern light and White Dove can only work SO hard . White Duck SW 7637, Hi there! Thanks! Consider painting your ceiling Ceiling Bright White SW 7007 and then match the existing white on our kitchen cabinets for your trim. Best regards, Our kitchen cabinets (new from Kemper) will be Shaker design/White paint color. Sherwin Williams Oyster White is a greige, not an off-white paint color. Oyster White Undertones Ive decided on SW White Duck for the walls and Pure White for trim and doors. You can schedule a real-time appointment with a designer when you sign up. This warm neutral is great for any place where you want to add a hint of barely-there color. Looking for a color that would look soft on exterior ad be complimented by a clean white trim. Hi Jennifer! Your trim and cabinetry should be the same color however I need a little more info before I can recommend a color. The trim in our house is Alabaster. Yes we do, check out Rarified Air SW 6525 and Snowdrop SW 6511 for two whites with a hint of blue in them. SW Ice Cube is cooler (blue undertone) and cleaner (purer/closer to mass tone of white) than SW Pearly White (see above). Oyster White is a warm off-white. I have Acacia Wood floors in my kitchen, dining and living room and golden oak cabinets in the kitchen. Living room and hall/entry will be Shoji White, kitchen will be Gossamer Veil and Dining room: Gauntlet Grey. Changed my lighting to daylight bulbs throughout an open floor plan and changed trim from BM white dove to SW Alabaster then painted entry, kitchen, dining room and hallway in BM Revere Pewter lrv 55 (mixed at BM) thinking it would hold truer to a green-gray. We are building and Im having to pick colors before we even have drywall. Oyster White can go in a lot of directions. Thank you! Im having difficulty because all the whites seem to look like pure white and no subtle pop. Classy black and gray? They have helped me so much and again I am reading them for our new house! SW creamy left me curious. Hi Constance! We are also repainting out kitchen cabinets, should we also paint them the same white or go with a different shade? https://www.kylieminteriors.ca/online-decorating-design-services/ Moderate White is an off-white beige with a gentle orange undertone. Lastly, and what I am must curious about, we are considering Duck White for the majority of the first floor walls, including the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Consider using that same palette when you repaint no need to reinvent the wheel. But they both are great on walls, cabinets, and exteriors. Want to know which off-whites are best for YOUR room? It is a beige that centers on an orange undertone, but has some red in it and can flash slightly pinkish just to let you know. Thanks in advance! We have an open floor plan: kitchen island cabinet will be black; quartz countertops will be Clovelly (Cambria) (its off white, gold, bronze, black veining). Hi Kylie, What color should I use on Ceiling, and color for trim? The insight you give about undertones and room exposures is so helpful. Swiss Coffee and White Dove are very similar colors with subtle differences. Repose Gray SW 7015 Thinking BM Edgecomb in the hall and family room which is also low light? I try to give as much complimentary as I can on my website, but if that doesnt work you may enjoy sending me photos and getting me to spend some time with your home! Moderate White has muted undertones that suit a WIDE range of interior finishes. I have really enjoyed reading your blogs and have learned a lot. Despite our home, several vehicles and my student loans, only NOW do I feel like Im adulting because why? These E-books cover a wide range of topics and are sure to have you refreshing your space and rethinking how you live in your home! I recommend you not use this paint on the ceilings and trims with medium-toned paints! Our painter coincidentally chose Alabaster as an option. Should I paint the walls and ceiling the same color? SW 7010 White Duck paint color by Sherwin-Williams is a White paint color used for interior and exterior paint projects. Kitchen cabinets a white also but what white do you recommend for cabinets that will blend with wall colors and trim. I am looking to brighten/freshen up the place a bit. We are going to paint our living area that has lots of natural light. And if this is your first time to my blog the Ginger likes to hear herself talk (or type). Just dont want an ugly, muddy army-like green either. 2. Hi Barb! So Im thinking of trying to combat it with a green undertone but not like Revere Pewter, that just doesnt have enough green undertone. Thanks for taking a look and for all the valuable information you provide. Hello Bonnie, White Duck SW 7010 has a yellow base and can read as a yellow in some lighting, for that reason you may want to consider using Shoji White SW 7041 instead. Sherwin Williams places it in a collection of white paint colors, and not on a light-to-dark card. It is not stark at all; compare Pure White to High Reflective White SW 7757 and you will be able to see the softness and warmth in Pure White. Want to learn more about the FUN side of decorating and paint colours? While it's light enough to be an off-white, it has enough depth to function as a color. What do you think about these 3? Thanks! This one is exactly what the color states. Any suggestions? This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Oyster White is an off-white color softly shaded with beige and gray. Its nice and bright for the entry but doesnt call too much attention to itself. I wont have too many bold pieces in home. Struggling to find a SW warm light wall color to compliment the grey, as well as trim and celing. Sherwin Williams Origami White is not a paint color that will work in every home as lighting, interior dcor, design layout and the type of fixed elements you have in your home will determine how this paint color will react in your home. And yes, painting the ceiling Alabaster will make your space bigger and brighter and highlight all the vertical space you have. We are painting our entire first floor after remodeling our kitchen. Pearly White Vs Heron Plume With an LRV of 75, this off-white paint is beautiful and absolutely timeless! walks from bowleaze cove, what did bones get for christmas from her parents,
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