ColorplanDover White vs Swiss Cream
Sherwin-Williams Dover White SW 6385 compared with Behr Swiss Cream PPU4-09
Dover White and Swiss Cream are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.5) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.5 · Nearly identical
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Side by side
| Dover White | Swiss Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Behr |
| Code | SW 6385 | PPU4-09 |
| LRV | 77 | 77 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #EDE2CE | #EDE3CF |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Dover White and Swiss Cream?
Dover White and Swiss Cream are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.5) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Dover White or Swiss Cream?
They have the same LRV (77), so they're equally light.
How does Dover White compare to Swiss Cream in a north-facing room?
Dover White's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms. The same goes for Swiss Cream.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.