Greek Villa SW 7551 is the warmer, creamier white, with an LRV of 84 and a cream-yellow undertone that reads as a sunny, welcoming off-white.
White Dove OC-17 is the softer, more muted warm white, with an LRV of 85 and a gray-cream undertone that softens the white without leaning yellow.
They are cross-brand (Sherwin-Williams versus Benjamin Moore) and at nearly the same depth (LRV 84 versus 85). The tiebreaker is undertone: Greek Villa leans yellow-cream, White Dove leans gray-cream. The only honest way to pick is to test both on your own wall.
Greek Villa and White Dove are two warm whites that come up constantly in paint conversations, and they sit at nearly identical depths. Greek Villa (SW 7551) is Sherwin-Williams' warmest off-white, a sunny cream white with a clear yellow undertone that reads warm and welcoming. White Dove (OC-17) is Benjamin Moore's go-to warm white, a gray-cream white that softens without yellowing. This is our side-by-side method for comparing paint colors applied to two warm whites at the same depth with very different undertones.
The numbers side by side
| Attribute | Greek Villa SW 7551 | White Dove OC-17 |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Warm cream white, cream-yellow | Soft warm white, gray-cream |
| LRV | 84 | 85 |
| Approximate hex | #ECE3D0 | #F0EBE0 |
| Undertone | Cream-yellow, sunny, warm | Gray-cream, soft, balanced |
| Loves | Sunny rooms, kitchens, coastal interiors | Trim, cabinets, whole-home white |
| Watch out for | Reading too yellow beside cool whites | Reading gray beside warm whites |
| Overall vibe | Sunny, creamy, welcoming | Soft, muted, balanced |
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LRV numbers come from each brand's published data. Hex codes are approximate digital renderings, not official values; a physical paint chip from the retailer is always the final reference.
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Room by room, exposure by exposure
| Situation | Usual winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| North-facing room | White Dove | The gray-cream stays composed in cool flat light; Greek Villa can read buttery-yellow in north light. |
| Bright south room | Greek Villa | Strong sun makes the cream-yellow glow; White Dove can read gray in comparison. |
| Kitchen | Greek Villa | The warm cream-yellow undertone pairs beautifully with white cabinets and natural stone. |
| Living room walls | White Dove | The gray-cream softness wraps the room in warmth without the yellow commitment. |
| Coastal interior | Greek Villa | The sunny warmth evokes Mediterranean light and pairs with blue and white palettes. |
| Modern farmhouse | White Dove | The muted gray-cream is a classic farmhouse white that does not compete with wood and black accents. |
Greek Villa and White Dove are nearly identical in depth, with Greek Villa at LRV 84 and White Dove at LRV 85. The decision comes down entirely to undertone: Greek Villa leans clearly into cream-yellow, while White Dove leans into gray-cream. For more on Greek Villa, see our Alabaster vs Greek Villa guide.
When to choose Greek Villa
- You want a warm, sunny cream white with a yellow undertone that feels welcoming.
- Your room gets strong south or west light where the cream-yellow can glow.
- You are designing a coastal, Mediterranean, or sun-filled interior.
- You prefer cream over muted off-white. For more context, see our Alabaster vs White Dove guide.
When to choose White Dove
- You want a soft warm white that does not lean yellow or cream.
- Your room faces north or gets mixed light and you want a white that stays composed.
- You are painting a whole-home white that should work in every room regardless of exposure.
- You prefer a muted, balanced warm white over a yellow-cream. For the full breakdown, see our White Dove vs Simply White guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Greek Villa and White Dove?
The main difference is undertone. Greek Villa SW 7551 has a cream-yellow undertone that reads as a sunny, warm cream white. White Dove OC-17 has a gray-cream undertone that reads as a soft, muted warm white. They sit at nearly the same depth (LRV 84 vs 85) so the choice is entirely about how much yellow warmth you want.
Which is lighter, Greek Villa or White Dove?
They are nearly identical in lightness. Greek Villa has an LRV of 84 and White Dove has an LRV of 85. That 1-point difference is negligible on the wall. The visible difference comes from undertone, not depth.
Do Greek Villa and White Dove have the same undertones?
No. Greek Villa has a clear cream-yellow undertone that gives it a warm, sunny quality. White Dove has a gray-cream undertone that softens the white without yellowing. Greek Villa is the yellower of the two; White Dove is the grayer.
Can I see both colors on my own wall before I buy paint?
Yes. Upload one photo of your room to FacadeColorizer, get a photorealistic render in Greek Villa, then swap to White Dove in one click. You will see the undertone difference on your actual wall. The first HD render and three color variations are free.
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