Are you in search of the best cool white paint colors for the walls, trims, ceiling, cabinets, wainscotting, and baseboard? Well, there are hundreds and hundreds of Sherwin Williams cool whites and picking the best can be quite a challenge. Whether you opt for a clean modern look, Scandinavian, or ultra-bright Minimalist – these cool-tone white paints can offer the utmost sophistication. Even though cool white paints can be versatile and easy to blend – the major challenge arises with the doubt of undertones. The sneaky undertones can sometimes contradict the undertones of your existing architectural elements. 

So, in this article, I have handpicked various Sherwin Williams cool white paint colors that can best work for your space along with their undertones and LRVs. I will also be discussing various ways to use these cool-tone white paints and some interior decoration advice. So, get ready to say goodbye to those old walls and paint them fresh in the following cool white colors by Sherwin Williams.

Before I move ahead, here are a couple of posts that I recently added that you may want to read! 

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• 10 BEST Sherwin Williams Greige Paint Colors
• 10 BEST Sherwin Williams Black Paint Colors
• 10 BEST Sherwin Williams Warm White Paint Colors

Everything You Need To Know About Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors

Diving further into the details of Sherwin Williams cool white paint colors, undertones are something to take consideration of. In general, the best cool white paint colors can either have gray, green, blue, pink, or purple (lilac) undertones. Well, some may feel too fresh and bright whereas some cool-toned white paints tend to appear dull on walls and cabinets. You must know that these cool white Sherwin Williams paint colors have a lot to do with their surroundings and direct exposure to incoming light. Confusing much? Don’t worry! Have a look at these specifications to know more.

Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors – Gray Undertones

How to determine a cool white paint color with gray undertones? Well, simply place a swatch of a true white color against the cool white paint to determine the undertones. You can even experiment with placing a few other swatches of cool whites to determine the sneaky undertones that the color will immediately show up! 

Sherwin Williams’ cool white paint colors with gray undertones are one of the most versatile and timeless. They can easily blend with any color palette and interior design style, with a cool or warm base. In the north-facing rooms, these cool-toned white colors can even reflect a touch of blue undertone to them. A classic example is Sherwin Williams First Star or Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice.

Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors – Blue Undertones

Various Sherwin Williams cool white paint colors have a potential blue undertone to them. These icy and crisp blue undertones tend to flaunt off in the north or east-facing rooms. And let me tell you, these blue-undertone cool white colors are comparatively less versatile and more difficult to pair with architectural elements. Hence, something to be very careful about! A classic example of SW Cool White Paint color with blue undertones is SW Extra White and SW Ceiling Bright White.

Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors – Green Undertones

Now here’s another type of Sherwin Williams cool white paint color with green undertones! So, whether you have a window facing a large lush lawn or have green-toned furniture, these specific cool white colors are bound to reflect in a certain way. Some classic cool white paint colors by Sherwin Williams are Spare White and Fleur de Sel.

Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors – Violet Undertones

Some beautiful examples of cool white paint colors with violet undertones are Sherwin Williams Heron Plume and Sherwin Williams Origami White. These colors may not be very versatile but have a subtle and serene crispness to them. These cool whites can freshen up the look of any room and pair best with bold, vibrant, and saturated colors.

Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors – Pink Undertones

Especially if you’re trying to achieve a feminine and subtle look in the room, choose a cool white paint color with pink undertones. In the case of baby girls’ bedrooms or play areas, these cool white colors can play a more classic role than painting the walls pink or blush. Some notable examples are Sherwin Williams Marshmallow and Sherwin Williams White Flour.

Which Sherwin Williams Whites are Cool?

Some popular Sherwin Williams cool white colors are SW Extra White, SW Snowbound, SW First Star, SW Crushed Ice, SW Spare White, and SW High Reflective White. Any white paint color with notable blue, green, pink, violet, or gray undertones can potentially appear cool and crisp.

What is the WHITEST Cool White Paint?

Sherwin Williams High Reflectance White is the whitest white paint color. It’s ideal for trims, cabinets, moldings, ceilings, and baseboards for a cool-toned home. Yes! It’s the brightest cool white color by Sherwin Williams.

Is Sherwin Williams Pure White a COOL White?

Sherwin Williams Pure White is a neutral white color with no notable undertones. It’s my number one recommendation for trims, moldings, ceilings, and baseboards for a softer and more versatile approach. And yes, Sherwin Williams Pure White can work for warm or cool-toned palettes.

What Is Sherwin Williams Most Popular White?

Sherwin Williams Pure White is one of the most popular Sherwin Williams white paint colors. This is a fail-proof, no-fail white paint color solution for your walls, trims, ceiling, baseboard, and windows/doors.

What Is Better: Cool White or Warm White?

In general, warm white colors are way more versatile and easy to blend than cool white colors. Warm white paint colors have a softer and subtle approach whereas the cool white paint colors have a bright, refreshed, and icy approach. Depending upon interior design styles, the cool or warm white paint colors may play a role. 

What Color White for Trims with Cool White Walls?

When looking for a trim color with cool white walls, you have a couple of options here! 

1. Pick the same shade of cool white paint color for the trims as you have for the walls! This will create a seamless and monochromatic appearance without the trims and walls separating out. Now here, the sheen has to vary so pick semi-gloss for the trims and eggshell for the walls.
2. Choose a contrasting color like bold navy blue, charcoal gray, pine green, or black to create a sense of high contrast.
3. If you pick a dark off-white color for the walls (such as SW Crushed Ice or SW First Star), pick a neutral hue like SW Extra White or SW High Reflective White for the trims and ceiling. This will create a unified look in your space!

10 BEST Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors

Sherwin Williams Extra White

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One of the best Sherwin Williams cool white colors, SW Extra White is true as the name suggests. This is quite a bright white color with a crisp and icy look – hence, ideal for the trims, ceiling, and cabinets. With an LRV of 86, this cool white color can work amazingly for design styles like Scandinavian, Contemporary, or French Farmhouse. In certain lighting conditions, you can expect the cool white color to appear slightly bluish.

This bright, clean, and stark cool white color has the potential to brighten the dull corners. It can also make a small space appear larger!

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams Extra White, Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

Colors that compliment SW Extra White: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, navy blues, cool greens, pine green, black, and light gray

Click here to check out my latest PREPACKAGED Sherwin Williams Extra White Color Palette for the WHOLE HOUSE

Sherwin Williams Snowbound

One of my absolute favorite cool white colors by Sherwin Williams, Snowbound is beautiful, charming, clean, stark, and yet not too bright like SW Extra White. So, if you’re looking for a cool white color not icy or extra clean or bright – this is definitely a cool white color to choose. In my books, Sherwin Williams Snowbound is one of the most versatile cool white colors that can be used for any and every design style. 

Whether contemporary, Modern Farmhouse, or transitional – this white paint with cool undertones will work immensely. This cool white Sherwin Williams paint color has an LRV of 83 – hence, falling on the lighter end of the scale. Yes, this will brighten the dull corners but be assured of the compass directions. Sometimes, it reflects a touch of a pink undertone, but not very dominant though!

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

Colors that compliment SW Snowbound: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, navy blues, cool greens, pine green, sage greens, Fuschia pink, plum, black, and light gray

Click here to check out my latest PREPACKAGED Sherwin Williams Snowbound Color Palette for the WHOLE HOUSE

Sherwin Williams Ceiling Bright White

This fresh, ultra-clean, and bright cool Sherwin Williams white paint color with blue undertones pairs beautifully with blue-gray paint colors. Yes, this Sherwin Williams best bright white paint can brighten the dull corners and exhibit a cool and crisp vibe in your space. The radiant blue undertone is quite dominant in the east or north-facing rooms, though.

Sherwin Williams Ceiling Bright White has an LRV of 83, hence falling on the ‘lighter but not too light or bright’ end of the scale. Well, I would like to use this color only on the ceiling of your cool-toned homes, However, for smaller spaces, you can choose to use SW Ceiling Bright White on the trims and walls as well.

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

Colors that compliment SW Ceiling Bright White: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, navy blues, blue-greens, black, and light or medium gray

Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

When looking for neutral white paint colors with cool undertones, SW High Reflective White is definitely something that you can’t miss. It’s the ‘whitest white’ available in the Sherwin Williams catalog and definitely ideal to be used on the ceiling, baseboards, trims, window, and door frames. And do you know a timeless characteristic? Well, this cool white paint color Sherwin Williams has no desirable undertones and it falls on the neutral end of the scale.

With an LRV of 93, this crisp white paint is the closest and lightest possible white paint. So, if you’re looking to illuminate the dull corners, this cool white color should be at the top of your list. I’d paint walls, trims, and ceilings all in SW High Reflective White.

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

Colors that compliment SW High Reflective White: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, navy blues, blue-greens, sage greens, lighter greens and blues, pinks, darker whites, and light or medium gray

Sherwin Williams First Star

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Slightly darker than the above-mentioned Sherwin Williams cool whites, SW First Star is a crisp white color with notable gray undertones. Hence, in my books, quite a neutral white color with icy gray undertones. This fresh, clean, and ‘not so bright’ white color has an LRV of 69, hence, not too light and yet quite suitable for medium or larger-sized homes. I would also recommend using this color as a ‘whole house color scheme’ for cooler-toned homes.

Sherwin Williams First Star is ideal to be painted on all the walls of a specific room as well. So, if you’re particularly intrigued by gray colors but don’t want a darker or medium-toned one, this crisp white paint color can work beautifully. 

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White, Sherwin Williams Extra White

Colors that compliment SW First Star: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, navy blues, blue-greens, sage greens, lighter greens and blues, pinks, black, mauve-gray, and light or medium gray

Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice

Looking for a cool white paint color that isn’t too icy or crisp? Well, Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice is a neutral cool white color with gray undertones. It has just the perfect touch of warmth which makes the color not so icy or crisp. This color plays beautifully in Scandinavian, contemporary, traditional, transitional, and Farmhouse-style homes. 

The white paint gray undertones have an LRV of 66, hence, falling on the ‘darker white’ category. So, you can choose to paint all the common walls of your home or a specific room in this color. 

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White, Sherwin Williams Extra White

Colors that compliment SW Crushed Ice: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, navy blues, blue-greens, sage greens, lighter greens and blues, pinks, black, mauve-gray, and light or medium gray

Click here to check out my latest PREPACKAGED Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice Color Palette for the WHOLE HOUSE

Sherwin Williams Site White

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Sherwin Williams white paint with blue undertones, SW Site White is a crisp and bright off-white color. It flaunts the undertone in every lighting condition and can be used if you’re fond of the ‘blue’ on the walls. With an LRV of 73, this crisp white color can truly brighten and illuminate the dull corners. However, also note to use this color in a space with ample incoming natural light.

I would recommend avoiding this color with warmer wooden textures such as red oak, honey oak, walnut, or cherry! But you can definitely go ahead in the case of white oak cabinets.

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White, Sherwin Williams Extra White

Colors that compliment SW Site White: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, gray-blues, navy blues, blue-greens, sage greens, lighter or darker gray-greens and blues, black, and light or medium gray.

Sherwin Williams Spare White

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Sherwin Williams Spare White is a cool white paint color with green undertones. This best white paint for a south-facing room can flaunt the desired underone, but not very dominant though. It may not be an icy or frosty color but can definitely exhibit tranquil and serene vibes, thereafter. So, if you’re looking to even incorporate warmer colors with a cool-toned white color – this color may be the best option.

I have personally used this color in one of my color consultation projects – Sherwin Williams Pewter Green Living & Dining Reveal and paired this color with SW Pewter Green. And since this cool white paint also has an LRV of 77, it should be good to go for homes, small, medium, or large.

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White, Sherwin Williams Pure White

Colors that compliment SW Spare White: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, gray-blues, navy blues, blue-greens, sage greens, lighter or darker gray-greens and blues, greige, taupe, black, and light or medium gray.

Sherwin Williams Natural White

One of the best cool white paints with gray undertones, Sherwin Williams Natural White is a soft and muted one. As compared to the above-mentioned cool white paint colors, this crisp paint color is quite versatile and can make a beautiful option on the walls, ceiling, and trims in your home.

This cool gray-white paint color has an LRV of 83, hence, falling on the lighter end of the scale. It doesn’t have any sneaky pink, green, or blue undertones – hence, quite a timeless cool white color that can be used seamlessly. This is also a great recommendation for the exteriors of your home!

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White, Sherwin Williams Natural White

Colors that compliment SW Natural White: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, gray-blues, navy blues, blue-greens, beige, greige, sage greens, lighter or darker gray-greens and blues, black, and light or medium gray.

Sherwin Williams Rhinestone

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A vibrant and dazzling cool white paint color by Sherwin Williams, Rhinestone is absolutely crisp, clear, and icy. This cool white color with blue undertones has the potential to brighten any corner and pop up any architectural feature such as the shiplap, fireplace, furniture, and more. And yes, the blue undertones are quite dominant and not so versatile.

This cool white color has an LRV of 74, hence, falling on the medium end of the scale. You must avoid using this crisp white color with warmer colors and hardwood.

Suggested trim color: Sherwin Williams High Reflective White, Sherwin Williams Extra White

Colors that compliment SW Rhinestone: Charcoal gray, blue-grays, gray-blues, navy blues, blue-greens, lighter or darker gray-greens and blues, black, and light or medium gray.

Summing Up – Best Sherwin Williams Cool White Paint Colors

To sum it up, here are my top picks of the best Sherwin Williams cool white paint colors that you can effortlessly use in your home. I have covered them all: best Sherwin Williams light cool white colors, dark cool white colors, cool white colors with gray undertones, cool white colors with green undertones, cool white colors with pink undertones, and cool white colors with blue undertones. We’ve also discussed the various undertones in each of those paint colors! So, which Sherwin Williams cool white paint color intrigued you the most?

Consider your interior design style, existing architectural elements, lighting, and compass direction to pick the best cool white for your space. However, if in doubt – MEET ME here so I can best pick a perfect warm white color for you! To sum it up, here’s a recap of the Sherwin Williams cool white paint colors to choose from!

1. Sherwin Williams Extra White
2. Sherwin Williams Snowbound
3. Sherwin Williams Ceiling Bright White
4. Sherwin Williams High Reflective White
5. Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice
6. Sherwin Williams First Star
7. Sherwin Williams Site White
8. Sherwin Williams Spare White
9. Sherwin Williams Natural White
10. Sherwin Williams Rhinestone

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