ColorplanAlabaster vs Dune White
Sherwin-Williams Alabaster SW 7008 compared with Benjamin Moore Dune White 968
Alabaster and Dune 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 0.5) 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
| Alabaster | Dune White | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Benjamin Moore |
| Code | SW 7008 | 968 |
| LRV | 82 | 82 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #EDEAE0 | #ECEAE0 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Alabaster and Dune White?
Alabaster and Dune 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 0.5) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Alabaster or Dune White?
They have the same LRV (82), so they're equally light.
How does Alabaster compare to Dune White in a north-facing room?
Alabaster may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. The same goes for Dune White.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.