The Color White One of the most controversial colors next to black is its opposite, white. Many people like to argue that white is not a color at all but instead an absence of color. White is also one of the most difficult colors to match whether you are using paint, tiles or even a fabric. Shades of white can by itself appear perfectly white but when compared with another supposedly white object, the white can actually look tinged. Some whites are more blue or gray or even yellow than others so it is important to be prepared with an example of the color of white you are looking for when attempting to find a perfect match. Representations and Associations with White White is used in many cultures to represent purity. In some Asian cultures, white is used to represent mourning or death. Interestingly, a white wedding dress in a traditional North American wedding is typically meant to represent the purity of the bride. In a traditional Asian wedding, white wedding attire is also worn but it is usually intended to symbolize the death of a bride’s family and the welcoming of her new family. The Use of White White is commonly used to create a new color blend when the desired shade is intended to be lighter. It is often easier to add color to white rather than add white to the color in order to get the achieved shade as it will require less paint or pigment. |  — Color coordinates —
|
