ColorplanGreek Villa vs School House White
Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa SW 7551 compared with Farrow & Ball School House White No.291
Greek Villa and School House White are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.4) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 1.4 · Very close
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Greek Villa reflects more light (LRV 80).
Side by side
| Greek Villa | School House White | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | SW 7551 | No.291 |
| LRV | 80 | 79 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #F0E6D4 | #ECE5D4 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Greek Villa and School House White?
Greek Villa and School House White are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.4) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Greek Villa or School House White?
Greek Villa is lighter, with an LRV of 80 against 79.
How does Greek Villa compare to School House White in a north-facing room?
Greek Villa'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 School House White.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.