Eider White
Eider White is a bright and airy White from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. Below, you'll find 107 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#E2DED8
LRV
73.22
Eider White's Color Strip
Eider White is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Incredible White and First Star. The strip spans from High Reflective White at the lightest end to Big Chill at the deepest. Browsing strip 256 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Eider White in Real Rooms
Eider White has a high LRV of 73.22 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, home office, house, front door, kitchen cabinets, misc, mudroom and dining room.
39 Living Room Photos
Eider White anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.
Living room walls painted in Eider White provide a serene neutral backdrop.
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22 Bedroom Photos
Eider White creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
Bedroom walls in soft Eider White create a restful, peaceful retreat.
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1 Kitchen Photo
The challenge with kitchen color is longevity: it needs to look right at 7am under bright task lights and at dinner with the pendants dimmed low. Eider White manages to bridge all three lighting scenarios with ease, which is a rarer quality in a paint pigment than it sounds.
Kitchen cabinetry finished in Eider White offers bright, timeless appeal.
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24 Bathroom Photos
Eider White is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.
Bathroom fixtures and walls in Eider White establish a spa-like tranquility.
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1 Home Office Photo
To create a "library" feel in your home office, use Eider White on both the walls and the built-in shelving. This monochromatic approach creates a sophisticated, academic atmosphere that makes the room feel like a true destination for thought.
Home office walls in Eider White provide a neutral workspace foundation.
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4 House Photos
Eider White is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.
House exterior clad in Eider White presents a refined, sophisticated look.
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House exterior siding in Eider White provides timeless curb appeal.
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Exterior trim and fascia in Eider White frame this home elegantly.
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Shutters painted Eider White complement this classic home's architecture.
@deboeverinteriors
1 Front Door Photo
The front door is a great place to experiment with higher sheen levels. Eider White in a high-gloss finish creates a mirror-like surface that looks incredibly expensive and traditional, echoing the grand entryways of London or New York.
Front door painted in bold Eider White commands elegant curb presence.
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6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Eider White interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Kitchen cabinets finished in Eider White create a bright, airy aesthetic.
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7 Misc Photos
Note how Eider White is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
Wall surfaces throughout this space benefit from Eider White's clean finish.
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1 Mudroom Photo
In a laundry/mudroom combo, Eider White adds a touch of luxury to a space that is usually purely functional. It makes the chores feel a little less like work by surrounding you with a color that is sophisticated and calming.
Laundry room cabinets and walls in Eider White create functionality.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Eider White in the dining room sets a tone of warmth and occasion. Whether used on all four walls or as a single statement wall behind a sideboard, it creates the kind of atmosphere that makes every dinner feel like a special event.
Dining room walls in Eider White enhance natural and overhead lighting.
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