Delicate White PPG 1001-1

PPG Delicate White (PPG1001-1) LRV and undertone

PPG Delicate White (PPG1001-1) has an LRV of 88, placing it among light colors with high light reflectance. LRV measures the proportion of visible light a surface reflects, using a scale from 0 for black to 100 for white. In a room, a high value can help distribute available light, although window placement, artificial lighting, and surrounding finishes also matter. Delicate White belongs to the white color family, and its calculated undertone is subtle green.

A green undertone can become easier to notice beside warmer whites or cream-colored finishes. North-facing daylight often makes warm colors appear less pronounced, while south-facing daylight tends to emphasize warmth. These are general lighting tendencies rather than fixed outcomes. Compare painted samples with flooring, countertops, and trim under both daylight and evening lighting before committing to a wall color.

PPG Delicate White in other brands

Benjamin Moore Super White (OC-152) has a ΔE of 0.0, meaning it is near-identical in the supplied color comparison. Sherwin-Williams Extra White (SW 7006) has a ΔE of 0.8 and is also near-identical. Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace (OC-65) measures 1.1, making it a very close match. Behr Whipped Cream (DC-001), at ΔE 1.4, is another very close option.

Valspar Ultra White (7006-24) and Sherwin-Williams High Reflective White (SW 7757) each have a ΔE of 1.4. Valspar Du Jour (7002-6) measures 1.6, while Behr Ultra Pure White (UPW) measures 1.7. All fall within the very-close range under the stated ΔE scale. However, small measured differences can become apparent when samples sit next to each other. Paint finish and lighting conditions may also change the perceived comparison.

Lighter and darker PPG alternatives

PPG Delicate White already has an LRV of 88, so a lighter alternative among the supplied PPG matches is not listed. PPG Commercial White (PPG1025-1), with an LRV of 83, is five points darker. Its ΔE of 1.7 indicates a very close match, making it a practical option when slightly less reflectance is wanted. PPG Aria (PPG1001-2) has an LRV of 77 and a neutral undertone, giving it a more noticeable step down in brightness.

PPG Hourglass (PPG1022-1) has an LRV of 75 and a warm yellow undertone. PPG Elemental (PPG1011-2), at LRV 66, is darker still and belongs to the gray family. These lower-LRV options can help create more contrast with white trim or brighter adjacent walls. Test samples vertically on the intended surface, because room orientation and surrounding colors can influence the apparent undertone.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on PPG’s page for Delicate White.