Dover White → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Dover White (SW 6385), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Dover White
If you love Sherwin Williams Dover White but need a PPG 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 PPG, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Dover White (SW 6385) is a very light off-white with warm yellow-cream undertones. A warm, creamy off-white with yellow undertones. More noticeably warm than Alabaster, with a cozy golden quality. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 83) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dover White and every PPG 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 PPG option is Rendezvous (PPG1025-1) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Rendezvous is the closest PPG option at LRV 82. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Dover White
Rendezvous is the closest PPG option at LRV 82. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison.
| Dover White | Rendezvous | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 83 | 82 |
| Hex | #F0EADB | #EBE7DF |
| Undertone | Warm Yellow-Cream | Warm Cream White |
| Family | Off-White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Dover White has warm yellow-cream undertones. A warm, creamy off-white with yellow undertones. More noticeably warm than Alabaster, with a cozy golden quality.
Rendezvous has warm cream white undertones. A warm cream white. PPG's go-to warm white for trim and walls. Less golden than Gypsum, brighter than Whiskers.
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. Dover White's warm yellow-cream quality may read differently than Rendezvous's warm cream white 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
Dover White in Your Room
Shows its warmth clearly in all lighting. In south-facing rooms, the yellow is pronounced. In cool north light, it reads as a pleasant warm neutral.
Rendezvous in Your Room
Clean and warm. Reads as a warm bright white in most rooms. Inviting without being obviously cream.
LRV and Brightness
Dover White has an LRV of 83, while Rendezvous has an LRV of 82. 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 Dover White
Sherwin Williams recommends Dover White for: living room, bedroom, whole house, hallway, dining room. With an LRV of 83, this is a very 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.
Rendezvous is recommended for: trim, whole house, cabinets, bedroom, living 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.
Dover White in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Dover White (SW 6385) is Rendezvous (PPG1025-1) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Rendezvous is the closest PPG option at LRV 82. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. 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. Dover White is a Sherwin Williams color with warm yellow-cream undertones and an LRV of 83. Rendezvous is a PPG color with warm cream white undertones and an LRV of 82. With a Delta E of 3.7, 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 3.7, 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 PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG 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.