Antique White Valspar 7002-20

Antique White LRV and undertone

Valspar Antique White (7002-20) has an LRV of 80.37, making it a light greige with strong light-reflecting potential. Light reflectance value indicates how much visible light a paint color reflects. Higher values generally make walls appear brighter, although room size, window placement, and surrounding finishes also matter. Its #F0E6D8 hex value reflects its light appearance, while its calculated yellow undertone identifies a warm influence.

Antique White can provide a lighter wall color than mid-tone neutrals while retaining more warmth than many cooler whites and grays. In a room with warm wood or beige flooring, compare the paint directly with those finishes to check for unwanted undertone differences. North-facing light often emphasizes cooler qualities, whereas south-facing light tends to appear warmer. Sample the color at different times before committing to a full room.

Antique White in other brands

Several other brands offer measured colors close to Antique White. Sherwin-Williams Creamy (SW 7012) has an LRV of 81.0 and a ΔE of 1.4. Sherwin-Williams Downy (SW 7002) also has an LRV of 81.0, with a ΔE of 1.6. Both are very close matches by measured color difference. Behr Cottage White (13) has an LRV of 82.0 and a ΔE of 2.2, making it close but visibly different when compared side by side.

ΔE expresses the measured difference between two colors. Values below 1 indicate near-identical colors; 1 to 2 means very close; 2 to 4 means close but visibly different side by side; above 4 means only similar. PPG Hourglass (PPG1022-1) has an LRV of 75.0 and a ΔE of 2.8. These figures help narrow alternatives, but physical samples remain important because lighting and sheen influence perceived color.

Lighter and darker Valspar alternatives

Valspar Cream Delight (7002-14) has an LRV of 84.94, higher than Antique White’s 80.37. Valspar Dove White (7002-7), at 85.13, is also lighter by LRV. These options may suit spaces where greater light reflectance is a priority. Valspar Cozy White (3008-10C), at 79.76, is slightly darker and has a ΔE of 1.4, making it a very close measured match.

For a more noticeable reduction in reflectance, Valspar Cream In My Coffee (3003-10C) has an LRV of 72.31 and a ΔE of 2.4. Its lower LRV may suit walls where a deeper beige appearance is wanted. Remember that LRV alone does not establish undertone or guarantee how two colors will compare in a particular room. Test each sample beside trim and flooring under the lighting used daily.

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