Nebulous White
Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Nebulous White remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 19 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#DEDFDC
LRV
73.72
Nebulous White's Color Strip
Nebulous White is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Rhinestone and Rock Candy. The strip spans from Extra White at the lightest end to Site White at the deepest. Strip 257 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Nebulous White in Real Rooms
Nebulous White has a high LRV of 73.72 — 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 misc, bedroom, dining room, kitchen cabinets, bathroom and living room.
5 Misc Photos
These examples of Nebulous White in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Hallway walls in soft Nebulous White brighten corridor space.
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Hallway corridor in Nebulous White connects living spaces seamlessly.
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Walls throughout in Nebulous White maximize natural light.
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Passage painted Nebulous White provides neutral background.
@the_staged_life
Hallway finished in Nebulous White coordinates with wood trim.
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4 Bedroom Photos
Pairing Nebulous White with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.
Nursery painted in calming Nebulous White creates serene environment.
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Baby room walls finished in gentle Nebulous White.
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Bedroom walls in Nebulous White establish a peaceful, minimalist sanctuary for rest and relaxation.
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Master bedroom painted Nebulous White creates an open, tranquil atmosphere with natural light.
@mrs__nikki
1 Dining Room Photo
The color Nebulous White has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.
Dining room walls in Nebulous White frame elegant furnishings.
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4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Choosing Nebulous White for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."
Kitchen cabinetry in Nebulous White suits minimalist design.
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Cabinet doors finished in Nebulous White brighten workspace.
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Cabinets painted Nebulous White pair with dark countertops.
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Kitchen cabinets in Nebulous White brighten the space while maintaining subtle warmth and depth.
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1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Nebulous White brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Bathroom walls in Nebulous White maximize natural light and create an airy, spa-like retreat.
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4 Living Room Photos
Nebulous White works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Living room walls painted Nebulous White enhance architectural molding and highlight the fireplace surround.
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Neutral Nebulous White walls allow furnishings and artwork to anchor this comfortable living room.
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Walls in Nebulous White provide a serene backdrop for layered textures and warm wood tones.
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Nebulous White envelops this living room in soft light, balancing cool undertones with warmth.
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Coordinating Colors
A 10-point LRV gap (84 vs 74) makes Pure White the marginally brighter of the two.
Greek Villa reads slightly lighter (LRV 84 vs 74), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 74 vs 41, Nebulous White is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
A 10-point LRV gap (84 vs 74) makes Pure White the marginally brighter of the two.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 74 and 74, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 74 and 73, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 76 and 74, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 75 and 74, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Ice Cube reads slightly lighter (LRV 77 vs 74), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 74 and 72, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 74 vs 73), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 76 and 74, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 75 vs 74), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 75 vs 74), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
Nebulous White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 16), opening up a space where Wood Violet encloses it.
Nebulous White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 28), opening up a space where Berry Cream encloses it.
Nebulous White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 12), opening up a space where Purple Passage encloses it.
At LRV 74 vs 11, Nebulous White is decisively the brighter choice.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 74 vs 72), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 74 vs 71), so neither reads brighter in a room.
At LRV 74 vs 16, Nebulous White is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
Ice Cube reads slightly lighter (LRV 77 vs 74), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 9-point LRV gap (83 vs 74) makes Dashing the marginally brighter of the two.
Gypsum reads slightly lighter (LRV 82 vs 74), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Darker Colors
At LRV 74 vs 61, Nebulous White is decisively the brighter choice.
A 10-point LRV gap (74 vs 63) makes Nebulous White the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 74 vs 59, Nebulous White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 74 vs 52, Nebulous White is decisively the brighter choice.