What you will see, however, is that in most cases, the best shade of white for exterior trim is a warm, muted off-white or greige. Darker whites typically perform best outside because the bright sunshine makes them look lighter than they actually are.

If you’re looking for a white exterior paint color that is not overly warm or creamy, Sherwin-Williams Snowbound is a good one. It has just a hint of neutral gray. It’s probably a little warmer than Pure White, but nowhere near the warmth of Oyster White or Alabaster.

Sherwin Williams Pure White is a good, clean bright white. With an LRV of 84 and a color balance of R 237 G 236 B 230, this versatile, bright white has the slightest yellow undertone that keeps it from appearing too stark. It's a great color for your exterior, a beautiful color for trim, back door or front door.