Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis97.2% Match SimilaritySave $38 / Gallon
Sherwin-Williams Dover White
vs Valspar Swiss Coffee
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Dover White (SW 6385)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Lowe's.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 1.08
Original (premium)$82/gal
Dover White
Sherwin-Williams (SW 6385)
HEX: #EFE8D8 โข LRV: 83
Budget Dupe (budget)$44/gal
Swiss Coffee
Valspar (7002-16)
HEX: #ECE7D9 โข LRV: 82
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 1%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $38/gal (46%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Sherwin-Williams Dover White | Valspar Swiss Coffee | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #EFE8D8 | #ECE7D9 | ΔE 1.08 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 239, 232, 216 | 236, 231, 217 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 83% | 82% | Only 1% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Warm Cream, Sunlit Ivory, Buttery White | Creamy White, Ivory, Soft Vanilla | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $82 | $44 | Save $38/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $820 | $440 | Save $380 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Lowe's
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Valspar Marquee/Premium tinted to Swiss Coffee (7002-16). This is a verified match for Sherwin-Williams Dover White (SW 6385)."