If you’re researching white exterior paint colors, you already know how complex the decision can be. We’re here to make life a little easier, with a simple guide to the 12 best white paint colors for the exterior of your home!
It’s easy to make a decision when you can feel confident with our tips and easy-to-follow paint color guides. Learn how to achieve the home exterior of your dreams!
Paint can be complicated, but we’re here to help! If you’re researching white exterior paint colors, this guide is filled with 12 of the most popular warm white colors. We’re going to give your house the makeover of your dreams!
There are so many white colors to choose from, that it can feel a little overwhelming. These 12 colors are tried and true, but each house has a unique situation with environmental elements.
With that in mind, we’re sharing our favorite tips for choosing carefully. Exterior paint is an expensive undertaking, and you want to to get it right, the first time.
White Exterior Paint Colors
From bright whites to deep creamy shades, you’ll want to test a variety of whites on the exterior of your home before taking the plunge.
We’ve painted our St. Louis tudor a couple times – see our complete guide to tudor paint colors here. Currently, we’re in love with what we chose – Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee for the body and Benjamin Moore Pale Oak for the trim.
Both of these colors are detailed below, in our comprehensive guide! But first, a few of our best tips and tricks for choosing the right shade of white for your home.
Tips
- LRV – One of the best ways to choose a color is to consider the LRV. The higher the number on this scale, the lighter the color. Learn all about the importance of Light Reflectance Value in my comprehensive guide: What is LRV?
- Paint Samples – Use them! As you try different shades, you’ll recognize a pattern in the colors that feel good. Check samples in various lighting and at different times of the day.
- Other Design Elements – Consider other elements of your home. It’s important to consider roof color as well as elements like shutters, gutters (learn about our copper gutters here) and even landscaping.
12 White Exterior Paint Colors
Benjamin Moore Simply White
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Simply White
Searching for the perfect shade of white? Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-117 might be just the ticket! This is a warm, pretty off-white color you’re going to love. Read More
Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
For a sophisticated, warm off white color, Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee is a great choice! It’s a warm, welcoming, light and bright cream. Read More
Benjamin Moore Cloud White
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Cloud White
Come see what there is to love about Benjamin Moore Cloud White. Thanks to its creamy undertones, it is a warm and cozy white color with a classic feel. Read More
Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois
Get all the details about one of my favorite cream paint colors, Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois. Read More
Sherwin Williams Zurich White
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Sherwin Williams Zurich White
Get all the details about one of my favorite warm and cozy paint colors, Sherwin Williams Zurich White. It’s a little creamy, a touch greige, and it might just be the perfect soft neutral color for your home! Read More
Benjamin Moore Natural Cream
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Natural Cream
Benjamin Moore Natural Cream is a fabulous greige paint color that is warm, cozy and full of charm. It’s a soft, pretty neutral that might work in any space of your home! Read More
Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace
Looking for the perfect shade of white? Don’t skip Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace! This is a soft white tone with a subtle depth that works beautifully in a variety of interiors. Read More
Benjamin Moore Pale Oak
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Pale Oak
Pale Oak by Benjamin Moore is a soft neutral greige paint that can work beautifully in a variety of space and lighting situations. It’s a warm, balanced color that reads as an off-white in some rooms and a true greige in others. Read More
Benjamin Moore Navajo White
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Navajo White
All the details about one of my favorite paint colors, Benjamin Moore Navajo White (not to be confused with Sherwin Williams color of the same name). Read More
Sherwin Williams Extra White
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Sherwin Williams Extra White
If you’re looking for the perfect shade of white, this could be the one! Sherwin Williams Extra White is a crisp, bright white that is the perfect backdrop for any room in your home. Read More
Benjamin Moore White Dove
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore White Dove
Benjamin Moore White Dove is a paint color that is tried and true. Beloved by homeowners and interior designers alike, this is a warm white paint that you can use with confidence – read on to find out why! Read More
Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White
Paint Colors, Tutorials & Tips
Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White
If you’re searching through the long lists of white colors available from paint brands, you’re not alone! Learn why Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White might be the answer you’ve been seeking. Read More
More to Consider
Still looking for more options? Here are a few more white colors that are super popular, but we haven’t personally tested yet!
- Sherwin Williams Ivory Lace
- Sherwin Williams White Duck
- Benjamin Moore Glacier White
- Sherwin Williams Alabaster
- Benjamin Moore Ballet White
- Sherwin Williams Panda White
