What is the HEX code and RGB for Sherwin-Williams Pure White?

The exact hexadecimal code for Sherwin-Williams Pure White (SW 7005) is #EDECE6. Its sRGB values are R: 237, G: 236, B: 230.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Pure White?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Sherwin-Williams Pure White is 84. This makes it a light, luminous color that bounces significant natural light.

What is the best cheap dupe for Sherwin-Williams Pure White?

The best budget match for Sherwin-Williams Pure White is Magnolia Home Shiplap (JG-01) with a 98% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 0.81), saving $30 per gallon.

What undertones does Pure White have?

Sherwin-Williams Pure White features Soft Neutral White, Slightest Warmth undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

Sherwin-WilliamsCode: SW 7005Whites & Off-Whites

Pure White

The gold standard for trim, ceilings, and walls. Crisp without glare and warm without turning creamy.

Dominant Undertones:

Soft Neutral WhiteSlightest Warmth

Est. Price: $82/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

84/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$38/gal

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Pure White

HEX: #EDECE6 • LRV: 84

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🛋️ Interactive Room VisualizerLive Simulation

See Pure White on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.

Pure White#EDECE6

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#EDECE6

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

237, 236, 230

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

84%

Reflects Light

HSL

51°, 16%, 92%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,0,3,7

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

premium

$82/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Pure White

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$380 (10 gal)

#1Magnolia Home Alternative

98% Match

Pure White

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Shiplap

Magnolia Home (JG-01)

$52/gal

💰 Saves $30 per gallon

37% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.81

LRV Comparison:84 vs 84

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Benjamin Moore Alternative

97.5% Match

Pure White

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

White Dove

Benjamin Moore (OC-17)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.95

LRV Comparison:84 vs 83.2

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

#3Magnolia Home Alternative

96% Match

Pure White

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Silos White

Magnolia Home (JG-02)

$52/gal

💰 Saves $30 per gallon

37% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.47

LRV Comparison:84 vs 88

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Valspar Alternative

96% Match

Pure White

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Cozy White

Valspar (7002-5)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $38 per gallon

46% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.48

LRV Comparison:84 vs 82

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

Pure White Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Benjamin Moore	White Dove	OC-17	97.5%	0.95	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Wimborne White	No. 239	86.4%	3.32	$145	View Specs
Behr	Polar Bear	75	94.7%	1.56	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Shiplap	JG-01	98%	0.81	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Cozy White	7002-5	96%	1.48	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Pure White

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Sherwin-Williams Pure White. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Pure White in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Pure White

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Sherwin-Williams Pure White?

The official hexadecimal color code is #EDECE6. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 237, Green: 236, Blue: 230.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Pure White?

Pure White has an LRV of 84. Because its LRV is above 60, it reflects considerable natural daylight and works wonders in dimly lit, north-facing rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Pure White?

The closest budget alternative is Magnolia Home Shiplap (JG-01), scoring a 98% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $30 per gallon.