Paper White → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Paper White (OC-55), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Paper White
If you love Benjamin Moore Paper White but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Paper White (OC-55) is a light gray with cool gray-white undertones. An ultra-light gray that reads almost white. Cooler and grayer than Horizon. A modern, crisp off-white. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 75.07) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Paper White and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Crushed Ice (SW 7647) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Crushed Ice is more purple. Paper White is more neutral. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Paper White
Crushed Ice is more purple. Paper White is more neutral.
| Paper White | Crushed Ice | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 75.07 | 72 |
| Hex | #E3E1DC | #DADADB |
| Undertone | Cool Gray-White | Cool Purple-Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Paper White has cool gray-white undertones. An ultra-light gray that reads almost white. Cooler and grayer than Horizon. A modern, crisp off-white.
Crushed Ice has cool purple-gray undertones. A very light gray with cool purple undertones. Almost reads as a tinted white. Airy and modern.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Paper White's cool gray-white quality may read differently than Crushed Ice's cool purple-gray character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Paper White in Your Room
In bright rooms, nearly white with the faintest gray depth. In dim rooms, the gray is slightly more apparent.
Crushed Ice in Your Room
In bright rooms, it looks almost white with just a whisper of gray. In dim rooms, the gray is more apparent. The purple shows most in north-facing rooms.
LRV and Brightness
Paper White has an LRV of 75.07, while Crushed Ice has an LRV of 72. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Paper White
Benjamin Moore recommends Paper White for: whole house, bathroom, hallway, bedroom, living room. With an LRV of 75.07, this is a light color that reflects a lot of light and works well in any room, including smaller spaces where you want to maintain a bright, open feel. It is light enough for whole-house use without making rooms feel washed out or sterile.
Crushed Ice is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, whole house, laundry room. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Paper White in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Paper White (OC-55) is Crushed Ice (SW 7647) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Crushed Ice is more purple. Paper White is more neutral. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Paper White is a Benjamin Moore color with cool gray-white undertones and an LRV of 75.07. Crushed Ice is a Sherwin Williams color with cool purple-gray undertones and an LRV of 72. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.