Looking for the perfect white paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Westhighland White and if it might be right for your home!
White paint colors are a popular choice for good reason! They provide a neutral backdrop that pairs well with virtually any decor style, any paint color, and any finish.
However, there are many white paint colors out there. Some can lean very warm or very cool.
If you’re looking for a bright, neutral white with a bit of creaminess to avoid the starkness of many whites, Westhighland White may be just right for you! It strikes a balance that many are looking for.
Westhighland White, Sherwin Williams, SW 7566
Westhighland White is a bright, clear white with a bit of creaminess. It’s a neutral white that’s often a popular choice for trims or cabinets.
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Color Family
Westhighland White is in the white family.
Light Reflectance Value
86
Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.
Generally, anything higher than 82 is considered a true white, so Westhighland White falls into the true white category before colors start becoming off-white.
RGB Colors
R: 243 G: 238 B: 227
RGB describes the amount of each color – red, green, and blue – present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!
Hex Code
#F3EEE3
Undertones
Westhighland White has creamy and greige undertones.
Unlike many other creamy whites, Westhighland White does not look yellow due to those greige undertones.
Westhighland White may look warmer and creamier in south-facing rooms with lots of natural light. It may look cooler and whiter in north-facing rooms without much natural light.
It’s very important to swatch colors on your wall to be sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best uses
Westhighland White is neutral enough to work as a whole house paint color.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Home exterior
- Interior doors
- Cabinets
- Furniture
- Trim
Similar Colors
- Benjamin Moore Paper Mache
- Behr Flurries
- Sherwin Williams Whitetail
- Benjamin Moore Moonlight White
- Sherwin Williams White Flour
- Benjamin Moore Cloud White
- Sherwin Williams Shell White
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Coordinating Colors
Westhighland White is neutral enough to pair with virtually any color. It looks great with blues, beiges, greens, pinks, grays, reds and more.
Mid-toned blues:
- French Moire
- Billowy Breeze
- Aquitaine
- Rest Assured
- Respite
Light beiges:
- Natural Tan
- Sandbar
- Natural Linen
- Dumpling
Dark blues:
- Bunglehouse Blue
- Tempe Star
- Needlepoint Navy
- Endless Sea
- Smoky Blue
Trim Colors
For white paint colors, the best option is to use the same color for the walls and for the trim. Just choose a different finish for tone-on-tone contrast.
So, choose Westhighland White in eggshell finish for the walls and Westhighland White in semi-gloss for the trim. This gives a nice, soft finished look.
Westhighland White color palette
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FAQS
Here are some common frequently asked questions about Westhighland White.
Does Westhighland White look yellow?
Westhighland White does not look yellow. Although it’s a creamy white, its greige undertones stop it from looking yellow.
What is the difference: SW Westhighland White vs Alabaster?
Westhighland White is lighter than Alabaster, with an LRV of 86 vs 82. Due to their undertones, Westhighland White is a bit warmer, and Alabaster is a bit cooler.
Both are popular white paint colors. It’s always best to swatch colors in your space before committing.
What are the undertones of SW Westhighland White?
Westhighland White has creamy and greige undertones.
What is the difference: SW Westhighland White vs Greek Villa?
Westhighland White and Greek Villa share similarities but differ slightly.
Westhighland White is slightly lighter, with an LRV of 86 compared to Greek Villa’s 84.
Also, Westhighland White tends to lean warmer and creamier, while Greek Villa has a cooler undertone.
It’s always best to swatch colors in your space before committing.
Is SW Westhighland White a good choice for trim?
Yes, SW Westhighland White is a great choice for trim or cabinetry. It’s always best to swatch colors in your space before committing.
What is the difference: SW Westhighland White vs Pure White?
Westhighland White and Pure White are similar. Westhighland White is slightly lighter than Pure White, with an LRV of 86 vs 84.
Westhighland White is a bit warmer / creamier, and Pure White is cooler.
It’s always best to swatch colors in your space before committing.
What is the difference: SW Westhighland White vs Snowbound?
Westhighland White is slightly lighter than Snowbound, with an LRV of 86 vs 83.
Westhighland White has creamy and greige undertones, and Snowbound has gray undertones. This means Westhighland White is warmer and Snowbound is cooler.
It’s always best to swatch colors in your space before committing.
Before you go…
So, you’ve found the perfect paint color, but here’s the thing – there’s another big decision you have to make: picking the right paint sheen. Seriously, the level of glossiness can totally change how your color looks on the walls and how long the paint lasts!
Check out our complete guide to understanding paint sheens.
Still not sure what paint color to choose?
My Paint Color Formula ebook walks you through the painless process of expertly testing paint swatches to ensure you have the perfect color for your home.
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Thanks for reading!
Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.