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Shoji White vs Cotton Knit

Sherwin-Williams Shoji White SW 7042 compared with Behr Cotton Knit PPU7-11

Shoji White and Cotton Knit 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.

Living room painted Shoji White on the left and Cotton Knit on the right
Shoji White · Sherwin-WilliamsCotton Knit · BehrPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

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.

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Shoji WhiteCotton Knit
BrandSherwin-WilliamsBehr
CodeSW 7042PPU7-11
LRV7474
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyWhiteWhite
HEX#E6DFD3#E5DFD2
Good forwhole-house walls, living roomswhole-house walls, living rooms

Questions

What is the difference between Shoji White and Cotton Knit?

Shoji White and Cotton Knit 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, Shoji White or Cotton Knit?

They have the same LRV (74), so they're equally light.

How does Shoji White compare to Cotton Knit in a north-facing room?

In north light Shoji White will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Cotton Knit.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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