When we moved into our San Antonio home three years ago, my first priority was brightening up the space. The house was initially dark and beige, and after living in Sydney for seven years, I craved a home that felt light, airy, and welcoming. I chose Sherwin-Williams Alabaster as the main paint color because it’s one of the best white paints for creating a warm, versatile, and timeless interior. Painting the entire house in Alabaster instantly transformed the space, making it feel more spacious and inviting—exactly the look I was going for.

Fast forward to recently, I decided to remodel my bathroom, which sparked ideas for updating the space even further. I painted the cabinets with Accessible Beige by Sherwin-Williams—an approachable, warm neutral that pairs beautifully with Alabaster walls. For the bathroom walls, I initially considered Greek Villa, another stunning Sherwin-Williams color, but I ultimately kept the cohesive look with Alabaster.

That bathroom project made me realize the importance of updating the trim as well. Since we had to gut the entire space, it was the perfect opportunity. I chose Sherwin-Williams Pure White for the trim, which creates a crisp, clean contrast against Alabaster. I also want to share my top trim color options that pair beautifully with Alabaster walls: Sherwin-Williams Extra White — for a brighter, more modern look Benjamin Moore White Dove — for a softer, more subdued contrast

Expert Tip: Before committing to a trim color, I always recommend ordering paint samples. I love using Samplize paint stickers—they’re movable, making it easy to test different colors in your space under various lighting conditions. This helps ensure you choose the perfect shade. You can check them out here: Sampleize Paint Stickers.

I’m really happy with my choices, and I hope this gives you some ideas for your home projects. If you’re looking for help with paint selections or designing your space, I offer online and in-person design services here in San Antonio. DM me if I can help!

Happy decorating!