Snowbound → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Sherwin Williams Snowbound (SW 7004), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Snowbound
If you love Sherwin Williams Snowbound but need a Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Snowbound (SW 7004) is a very light white with warm pink-white undertones. A warm white with subtle pink-gray undertones. Softer and pinker than Alabaster, but still reads as a white in most rooms. To find a good Farrow & Ball 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 Snowbound and every Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball option is Wimborne White (No.239) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Wimborne White has similar warmth but less of Snowbound's pink undertone. Close in brightness. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Snowbound
Wimborne White has similar warmth but less of Snowbound's pink undertone. Close in brightness.
| Snowbound | Wimborne White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 83 | 85 |
| Hex | #EDEAE4 | #EEEAE1 |
| Undertone | Warm Pink-White | Warm Cream |
| Family | White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Snowbound has warm pink-white undertones. A warm white with subtle pink-gray undertones. Softer and pinker than Alabaster, but still reads as a white in most rooms.
Wimborne White has warm cream undertones. A warm, creamy white that's one of Farrow & Ball's most popular neutrals. Similar to Alabaster in warmth. The F&B pigmentation gives it exceptional richness.
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. Snowbound's warm pink-white quality may read differently than Wimborne White's warm cream 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
Snowbound in Your Room
The pink shows in cool, north-facing rooms. In warm light, it reads as a soft, warm off-white. Pairs beautifully with cool grays and blues.
Wimborne White in Your Room
Reads as a warm, inviting white in most rooms. The cream undertone is gentle and never overwhelming. Beautiful as a whole-house white with F&B's signature depth.
LRV and Brightness
Snowbound has an LRV of 83, while Wimborne White has an LRV of 85. 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 Snowbound
Sherwin Williams recommends Snowbound for: whole house, trim, cabinets, living room, bedroom. 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.
Wimborne White is recommended for: whole house, trim, cabinets, living room, bedroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Wimborne White in the same rooms you planned for Snowbound.
Snowbound in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Snowbound (SW 7004) is Wimborne White (No.239) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Wimborne White has similar warmth but less of Snowbound's pink undertone. Close in brightness. 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. Snowbound is a Sherwin Williams color with warm pink-white undertones and an LRV of 83. Wimborne White is a Farrow & Ball color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 85. 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 Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball 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.