ColorplanPointing vs Westhighland White
Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 compared with Sherwin-Williams Westhighland White SW 7566
Pointing and Westhighland White 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 0.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.8 · 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
| Pointing | Westhighland White | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | No.2003 | SW 7566 |
| LRV | 86 | 86 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #F3EFE3 | #F3EEE3 |
| Good for | trim and doors, ceilings | trim and doors, ceilings |
Questions
What is the difference between Pointing and Westhighland White?
Pointing and Westhighland White 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 0.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Pointing or Westhighland White?
They have the same LRV (86), so they're equally light.
How does Pointing compare to Westhighland White in a north-facing room?
Pointing'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 Westhighland White.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.