White paint color
Gypsum

An off-white with a quiet warm tone
Gypsum is a soft gray-white for walls, trim, and cabinets. Its subtle red undertone works with warm wood, gray stone, and deeper green.
- Color family
- White
- Undertone
- Soft red-gray
- Light reflectance
- 83 LRV / 100
- Use
- Interior & exterior
- Brand
- PPG Paints
Color & light
Color and lighting
Gypsum changes with the light around it.
Lightness
83 LRVA light shade that reflects plenty of light.
Temperature
warmIntensity
MutedRGB
- Red
- 238
- Green
- 237
- Blue
- 228
HSL
- Hue
- 54°
- Saturation
- 23%
- Lightness
- 91%
How light can change it
Bright daylight
It looks bright with a soft gray cast.
Cool or indirect light
The gray undertone becomes clearer.
Warm evening light
Warm lamps bring out a gentle rosy warmth.
Inspiration
Interior and exterior ideas
Interior
See Gypsum in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and more.

Living room
Soft white walls complement the curved sofa and timber chair.

Dining room
White paneling frames the round table and pale wood chairs.

Kitchen cabinets
White cabinets pair with light counters and a timber worktable.

Bedroom
Soft white walls complement neutral bedding and pale wood furniture.

Home office
White paint frames the timber desk and woven chair.

Bathroom
White walls complement the pale floating vanity and light tile.
Exterior
See Gypsum on siding, front doors, trim, and more.

Siding
Soft white siding contrasts gently with the natural wood door.

Front door
The white door blends with its pale surround beside brickwork.

Shutters & trim
White shutters sit softly against the light facade.

Fences & garden structures
White fencing backs a pale timber bench and planted pots.

Stucco
White stucco complements dark glazing and the timber entrance.

Garage door
The white garage door blends with the pale facade.
Color pairings
Colors that go with Gypsum
White and black
Light walls and black details give the main color a clear outline.
- Gypsum1006-1 · Main color
- Delicate White1001-1 · Second color
- Black Magic1001-7 · Accent color
Cream and green
Use a soft off-white with deep green woodwork or accents.
- Gypsum1006-1 · Main color
- Night Watch1145-7 · Second color
- Shark1006-2 · Accent color
Beige and blue
Warm beige balances a richer blue on cabinets or doors.
- Gypsum1006-1 · Main color
- Transcend1079-4 · Second color
- Chinese Porcelain1160-6 · Accent color
Lighter and darker shades
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