Underrated Paint Colors from Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams

1. Benjamin Moore Indian White OC-88

Undertones: Subtle peachy-beige with creamy warmth

LRV: 75.44

Best For: North or west-facing rooms that need warmth

Works Well With: Simply White trim, natural wood, warm brass accents

Think of Indian White as Swiss Coffee’s quieter, introverted cousin. It’s creamy without being yellow, warm without turning peachy-orange in bright light. It glows in west-facing afternoon light but can hold its own in a dimly-lit hallway.

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Palette Idea:

• Indian White (walls)
• Revere Pewter (cabinetry)
• Simply White (trim)
• Mascarpone (ceiling)

2. Sherwin Williams Ethereal White SW 6182

Undertones: Whisper of green-gray

LRV: 76

Best For: South-facing living rooms or east-facing kitchens

Trim Pairing: Pure White or Alabaster

Ethereal White is not white—just to clear that up. It has a hint of misty green, giving it an organic, spa-like quality. It’s a dream in sun-soaked rooms where it leans airy and modern but feels grounded in the shade.

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Palette Idea:

• Ethereal White (walls)
• Pewter Green (accent)
• Shoji White (trim)
• Accessible Beige (floor trim or furniture)

3. Benjamin Moore Maritime White OC-5

Undertones: Beige with a soft yellow tint

LRV: 71.6

Best For: North-facing spaces that need warmth

Looks Great With: Classic Gray, Natural Cream, White Dove

Maritime White is one of those colors that makes a space feel warm. It also has an aged and historic feel to it, but in the best possible way. It’s like buttered toast for your walls.

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Palette Idea:

• Maritime White (walls)
• Kendall Charcoal (door)
• White Dove (trim)
• Muslin (accent walls or ceilings)

4. Sherwin Williams White Heron SW 7627

Undertones: Neutral off-white with soft cool lean

LRV: 76

Best Rooms: Bathrooms, bedrooms, modern spaces

Trim Pairing: Extra White or Snowbound

This is a fabulous go-to off-white when you want the room to look clean, not cold. It plays quite nicely with both cool and warm palettes.

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Palette Idea:

• White Heron (walls)
• On The Rocks (furniture)
• Tricorn Black (accents)
• Extra White (trim)

5. Benjamin Moore Hazy Skies OC-48

Undertones: Green-gray with a hint of beige

LRV: 58

Cardinal Direction Consideration: Leans more green in northern light, more beige in western light

Perfect With: Chantilly Lace trim, antique wood, linen drapes

Hazy Skies is like that one friend who always looks good in a neutral outfit. (Annoying but inspiring). It’s calming and versatile, perfect for bedrooms and kitchens.

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Palette Idea:

• Hazy Skies (walls)
• Edgecomb Gray (cabinetry)
• White Dove (trim)
• November Rain (ceiling)

6. Sherwin Williams Modern Gray SW 7632

Undertones: Warm greige with a whisper of pink

LRV: 62

Best In: South or east-facing rooms

Looks Great With: Eider White, Urbane Bronze, Shoji White

Modern Gray sounds basic and like it would be cold and blah, but it isn’t. It’s perfect if you want a warm, grown-up greige that isn’t too trendy or cold.

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Palette Idea:

• Modern Gray (walls)
• Urbane Bronze (doors)
• Shoji White (trim)
• Natural Tan (ceilings)

7. Benjamin Moore Abalone 2108-60

Undertones: Taupe-gray with slight lavender

LRV: 61.99

Lights Up In: North-facing offices or bedrooms

Trim: Chantilly Lace or Steam

A hidden gem for moody yet subtle spaces. Abalone adds sophistication without going full purple.

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Palette Idea:

• Abalone (walls)
• Amherst Gray (doors)
• Chantilly Lace (trim)
• Collingwood (accent walls)

10. Sherwin Williams Skyline Steel SW 1015

Undertones: Cool greige with a soft violet base

LRV: 60

Lighting Influence: Cooler in northern light, warm in western glow

Best Trim: Pure White or Snowbound

It’s the cooler cousin of Agreeable Gray. It doesn’t scream, it purrs.

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Palette Idea:

• Skyline Steel (walls)
• Dovetail (cabinetry)
• Pure White (trim)
• Origami White (ceilings)

11. Benjamin Moore Moonshine OC-56

Undertones: Pale gray with a blue-green undertone

LRV: 66.53

Where It Shines: Bright bathrooms, laundry rooms

Good With: Simply White, Chelsea Gray, darker accents

Moonshine is that barely-there cool gray that reads soft and modern without being too cold.

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Palette Idea:

• Moonshine (walls)
• Chelsea Gray (vanity or doors)
• Simply White (trim)
• Coventry Gray (accents)

12. Sherwin Williams Patience SW 7555

Undertones: Warm cream with peachy-beige base

LRV: 67

Lighting: Gorgeous in west or south-facing rooms

Pairs With: Creamy, Accessible Beige, deeper taupes

Patience rewards you with timeless softness. It’s like warm oatmeal on a cold day—comforting and classic.

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Palette Idea:

• Patience (walls)
• Creamy (trim)
• Hopsack (cabinetry)
• Balanced Beige (furniture)

Q: What is LRV, and why should I care?

A: LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value. It tells you how much light a color reflects (0 = black, 100 = white). Higher LRV = brighter room. Lower LRV = cozier mood.

Q: Which of these works best in small rooms?

A: Go for Indian White, Moonshine, or Aesthetic White if you want to keep a small space feeling open and light.

Q: How do I choose between warm and cool undertones?

A: Consider the decor and color scheme of your room. Is it warm or cool? Then look at your lighting. Northern light is cool, so warmer paint colors balance it out. Southern or western light is warm, so cooler tones can help tone it down.

Q: Do I need to sample these colors?

A: Yes, absolutely. I am an avid supporter and pusher of testing and sampling your paint colors. You must always test in your space before committing. Light, flooring, and furnishings can all shift how a color appears. Use Samplize Peel & Stick paint samples. They are the easiest way to sample, trust me.