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Pure White vs Wevet

Sherwin-Williams Pure White SW 7005 compared with Farrow & Ball Wevet No.273

Pure White is a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Wevet. Both have almost no visible undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 2.0) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Pure White on the left and Wevet on the right
Pure White · Sherwin-WilliamsWevet · Farrow & BallPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 2.0 · 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, Pure White reflects more light (LRV 84).

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Side by side

Pure WhiteWevet
BrandSherwin-WilliamsFarrow & Ball
CodeSW 7005No.273
LRV8483
Undertoneneutralneutral
FamilyWhiteWhite
HEX#EDECE6#ECEBE9
Good forwhole-house walls, living roomswhole-house walls, living rooms

Questions

What is the difference between Pure White and Wevet?

Pure White is a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Wevet. Both have almost no visible undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 2.0) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Pure White or Wevet?

Pure White is lighter, with an LRV of 84 against 83.

How does Pure White compare to Wevet in a north-facing room?

Pure White may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. Wevet is a cool white that can look gray or flat in north light; a warmer white holds up better.

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

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