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Our Go-To Painting Supplies

Paint brushes – I recommend ‘Pro Grade’ paint brushes, they’re the perfect budget friendly option. This set comes with both flat and angled brushes to get every nook and cranny. I LOVE the quality and, in my experience, they’re much more affordable from Amazon compared to in-store prices. You might be surprised how cheap this professional quality 5 Brush Set is on Amazon (it’s less than $10!).
Paint rollers – Cover more surface area with a handy roller.

It’s an excellent quality sprayer, and powers through any painting projects in a hurry. Painting with an airless sprayer makes it easy to complete projects in much less time.

Drop cloth – Skip the mess and grab a reusable drop cloth instead. This will come in handy for future projects. Just pop it in the washing machine after you’re done painting and it will be ready to go for the next project.
Multi-surface painter’s tape – I always use this brand of painter’s tape, it’s great for smooth or lightly textured walls, trim, baseboards, tile, or even glass. It sticks quick and is easy to remove.
Sanding sponges – For smoothing and prepping surfaces, you’ll need a couple of sanding sponges in different grits.

Bottom Line: Is Benjamin Moore Worth It?

Now you know what makes Benjamin Moore paint so special.

But is it the right brand for you?

Before I give you my recommendation, let’s quickly review the main takeaways.

Benjamin Moore offers several paint lines ranging from high-quality interior and exterior paints to specialty products designed for specific projects.
Compared to other paint brands, Benjamin Moore paints feature high volume solids, making them thicker, richer, and longer-lasting than many other options.
Benjamin Moore offers both low and zero-VOC paints.
You can only buy Benjamin Moore paint at ACE Hardware stores or independent paint & hardware retailers that have been authorized by the company.
Benjamin Moore’s color catalog is extensive, and the brand offers a range of useful tools to help you visualize, organize, and choose from hundreds of paint colors.
Expect to pay more for Benjamin Moore paints than you would for other competing brands.
The main downsides are the high cost, inability to color match, and thickness, making it more difficult to wash out of brushes (despite providing better coverage).

Bottom line — you can’t beat Benjamin Moore’s quality, and there’s a reason it’s one of the most recommended brands among painters, industry experts, and homeowners.

The New York Times named Benjamin Moore Regal Select the best interior paint, and almost all the professional painters I spoke to highly recommended the brand.

I’ve used it personally for several years and never had any issues. It goes on smooth, holds up against scuffs, and you can scrub it aggressively without it fading.

It’s more expensive than brands like Behr, Valspar, and Glidden (it costs twice as much in many cases). But you get what you pay for with paint. When you consider that it will outlast cheaper paint by years, it’s a worthy investment.

Learn more about Benjamin Moor on BenjaminMoore.com or ACEHardware.com.

How Bright Is Benjamin Moore White Dove?

Light Reflectance Value, (or LRV for short) is a scale commonly used by design professionals where 0 = absolute black and 100 is pure white.

Benjamin Moore White Dove has a LRV of 83.16 which toes the line between white and off-white.

The lighting, decor, and finishes in every home is unique which is why there is no one-size-fits-all perfect white paint color – however, White Dove is pretty close!

As you can see in our living room below, Benjamin Moore White Dove helps create a light and airy vibe in a room with plenty of natural light.

Living Room Walls in White Dove by Benjamin Moore

Paint colors with LRV scores in the lower 80’s, like White Dove, have more richness, complexity and depth of color, but sometimes at the cost of extra undertones, and less brightness.

What Color is October Mist by Benjamin Moore? Undertones and More

October Mist is a subtle sage color that is versatile enough for your whole home, not just for accents here and there!

Photo credit: @bayberrymoon

This is what Benjamin Moore says about their new color CC-550 (October Mist):

This gently shaded sage quietly anchors a space, while encouraging individual expression through colour.

Allow me to read into that description a little. “Quietly anchors a space” implies to me that this is meant to be a darker neutral. That’s not a description that would be used for light and bright colors.

“Encouraging individual expression through color” tells me that this is intended to be a color that plays well with many other bolder colors. That holds true, as you will see in a moment! October Mist does work really well with a lot of other shades.

Is October Mist Green or Beige?

October Mist is green, but it can translate as a muddier green depending on the lighting and other factors. If you really hate beige or olive, you may want a cooler shade of green.

October Mist LRV

The LRV of October Mist is 46.33

The LRV of a color indicates on a scale of 0 – 100 how much light a color reflects (or doesn’t reflect). True black has an LRV of 0 and pure white has an LRV of 100.

In the paint world, we are working in a range of about 3 – 93 because no paint color is purely black or completely white.

It surprised me that October Mist is that dark, to be honest. Any color with an LRV under 50 will absorb more light than it reflects. I was expecting it to be in the 50 – 60 range.

What Are the Undertones of Benjamin Moore October Mist?

October Mist is a green color with yellow undertones. The RGB is 71.76% red, 72.55% green and 65.1% blue. This is a very balanced color.

Is October Mist Warm or Cool?

In my opinion October Mist is a true neutral. I have seen pictures of it against pure white accessories and I think it looks cool toned. Then I see it playing off of cream and yellow and I think it looks warm.

On the color wheel it is ever so slightly into the warm tones.

BENJAMIN MOORE CHANTILLY LACE OC-65

LRV 90.04 (PREVIOUSLY 92.2) (learn more)

Chantilly Lace is a lovely white that’s one of the WHITEST white paint colours (it’s only beaten by two others!). It has no noticeable undertone, making it neither warm nor cool, which also means it’s SUPER susceptible to responding to the colours in its environment.

Chantilly Lace is a simple, clean choice if you’re looking to use white. It can be a bit chilly for a north-facing room as it will reflect some of that cool gray-blue look, however, in a south-facing room, it can have a beautiful soft warmth to it. It’s often referred to as the best ‘whitest white’ paint colour.

Chantilly Lace is a great white for a super hot sun like you’d find in Hawaii as the sun will warm up your white considerably!

If your trim and baseboards ‘seem’ to be white (but you don’t know what colour they actually are) Chantilly Lace might be a good match. There’s also Benjamin Moore White OC 151 which is just slightly grayed-out compared to Super White, but still pretty damn white.

THE BEST ROOMS FOR CHANTILLY LACE

Rooms where you want a fresh white paint colour that acts like white without being icy cold (although it could look this way in cold northern exposure).

It’s HUGELY flexible with a WIDE variety of paint colours, so if you have rooms in multiple colours, this could be your white paint colour.

WHEN TO AVOID CHANTILLY LACE

If you’re looking for a soft warm white, this isn’t it, unless you look at it in the late afternoon in western sunshine.

Click HERE or on the above image to see your available packages!

White Dove vs Alabaster

White Dove by Benjamin Moore (OC-17) vs Alabaster by Sherwin-Williams (SW 7008)

These two white paint colors have quite the rivalry! It’s a battle between the #1 white paint color from Benjamin Moore vs the #1 white paint color from Sherwin-Williams.

In fact, Alabaster is the most comparable Sherwin-Williams paint color to Benjamin Moore’s White Dove. I would classify both paint colors as bright off-white.

Is Sherwin Williams’ Alabaster the same color as Benjamin Moore’s White Dove? They have very similar LRV scores (brightness) with White Dove at 83.16, and Alabaster at 82, however Alabaster is just a bit warmer.

Both colors have similar undertones. In certain light, either color can look ever so slightly greenish, however, Alabaster is a bit warmer with White Dove having a touch more gray undertone.

Grab a sample of Alabaster here. And you can get a sample of White Dove here.

How To Get A Great Deal On Paint

Did you know that you can use budget friendly paint, and have it color matched to premium Benjamin Moore or Sherwin Williams paint colors? At Joyfully Growing Blog, we always use Glidden Premium paint from The Home Depot.

Glidden Premium rivals the quality of the top paint lines from Behr, Sherwin Williams, and Benjamin Moore.

Any paint store, or home improvement store with a paint section will be able to match colors from most major brands. This means that you can select one brand of paint, but get it mixed in any color you want!

In many cases, affordable paint like Glidden Premium can be up to 50% cheaper than the ‘big name brand’ competition. This can save you a ton of money!

BENJAMIN MOORE SUPER WHITE OC-152

LRV 89.09 (learn more)

Super White is very subtly cool white. But even with this slightly cool vibe, the overall look is simple, clean and great for modern spaces.

Above, BM Super White. Below, BM White OC-151

THE BEST ROOMS FOR SUPER WHITE

If you have a south-facing light, Super White is a great way to balance the warm light without tipping TOO yellow (as it will pick up some of the sun’s warmth).

Rooms with warm western afternoon sunshine also suit the slightly cool approach of Super White, just make sure you like how it looks in the morning hours too!

WHERE NOT TO USE SUPER WHITE

If you want a stark bright white. The slightly lower LRV of Super White makes it softer than some others, but the cool tone helps it look white and crisp, but there are BRIGHTER whites.

With any surface or finish even REMOTELY related to a warm Tuscan style.

WALLS, CABINETS, TRIMS: THESE POPULAR WHITES HAVE YOU COVERED

If you’ve been looking for that perfect white paint colour for your walls, trims or kitchen cabinets, I’m sure you’ll agree when I say that white is a force to be reckoned with. If you’re not at that point yet, once you have 20 different shades of white slapped on your walls, are elbow-deep in a wine bottle and are ready to toss said bottle at the wall, I’m sure you’ll jump on board the crazy train!

So, I’m here to de-mystify whites for you. That doesn’t mean you’ll know exactly which white is best for your room and its particular needs (reading this can help), but it will help you figure out which whites you DON’T want based on their undertones.

Above all else, here’s the most important thing to know – white is THE most reflective colour. What does this mean to you? It means that white LOVES to mess with you. It will take colours from its surroundings and flash them on the walls – giving you a colour that you maaaaybe hadn’t bargained on, for example:

if you have a lot of green/trees/grass outside your window, one or more of your walls might look slightly green

with northern exposure, your walls might look more gray-blue toned

If you have southern exposure, your walls might look softer and warmer, even creamy

furniture that’s a particular ‘colour’ (ie: red/blue/green/etc…) can reflect onto your walls

warm-toned bulbs will make your white will look warmer (picking the best KELVINS for your paint colour)

And THEN it will all change at night when the sun goes down. Really? Yup, and the ONLY thing you can do is make the best-educated decision you can based on what you learn here.

So, I’ve chosen sample blobs (super technical term) to give you a general idea of what you can expect to see. Remember, these are just computerized blobs, so don’t get yer’ knickers in a knot if a colour looks too colourful/yellow/gray/blue/etc…instead, hop into your local Benjamin Moore store to see the samples in REAL-life.

What is the Best Trim Color for White Dove Walls?

My favorite trim color to go with White Dove is… White Dove. Kinda boring, I know. But sometimes the simplest solution is best.

To create a little bit of contrast between walls and trim, I like to use an eggshell finish on the walls, and a more glossy finish for the trim.

Not only does this combination look great, but a satin or semi-gloss finish on the trim is also more durable. The extra durability is important on the trim around doors, windows, and baseboards where paint sees the most wear and tear.

What color looks best with White Dove?

If you have White Dove walls, try White Dove on the ceiling. My go-to ceiling paint color with White Dove walls is White Dove (with a flat finish).
If you have White Dove walls and trim, use a finish that’s one sheen higher for the trim than what’s on the walls.

As a part of our kitchen remodel (pictured below), we painted everything white with Benjamin Moore White Dove. I especially love the white shiplap under the breakfast bar.

White Dove Walls With White Dove Trim

So what is the best trim color for White Dove walls? White Dove!

Using White Dove for the walls, the shiplap and the trim in our kitchen turned out exactly how I pictured it. The walls have an eggshell finish, while the trim and shiplap are semi-gloss.

Our kitchen remodel included new countertops, new appliances, a farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, lighting upgrades, shiplap and all new paint (plus a few other small projects).

Check out my article – Budget Kitchen Remodel to see how we accomplished all this for only $6,377.97!

If you want a bolder choice, check out paint colors in the next section, White Dove Coordinating Colors.

October Mist in Real Homes

Because October Mist is still relatively new, it’s pretty hard to find good examples that aren’t the manufacturer’s stock photos. Here are a few shots that I collected of October Mist in the flesh!

Photo Credit: @thenorthernjoinery

This project by @thenorthernjoinery might be small, but it’s a fabulous example of October Mist in all different lighting.

In that first photo, October Mist looks pretty light.

Now from another angle, we see the darker and warmer tones of this gray green:

Photo Credit: @thenorthernjoinery

Here’s another, where it looks somewhere in the middle:

Photo credit: @thenorthernjoinery

Let’s pop on back to the light side, with this project by Gina of @bayberrymoon:

Photo credit: @bayberrymoon

Bear in mind that there is a more reflective finish on this dresser than your walls are likely to have.

Aura Matte суперматовая с самой широкой цветовой палитрой

Матовая водоэмульсионная интерьерная моющаяся акриловая краска, супер премиум-класса. Прекрасно подходит для отделки интерьеров детских помещений общественного пользования, а так же офисов, квартир и других объектов коммерческой и жилой недвижимости. Данная краска наиболее востребована при отделке помещений, где необходимо износоустойчивое долговечное покрытие, например, в кафе, магазине, учебном классе, детской комнате и т. Этот вид матовой водоэмульсионной краски идеален для обоев под покраску и гипсокартона. Благодаря технологии Color Lock, цвет покрытия долго не изнашивается и не выгорает. Допустимо нанесение краски на деревянную, каменную, кирпичную поверхность, а так же на ранее окрашенный металл и гипсовую штукатурку.

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BENJAMIN MOORE REVERE PEWTER HC-172

Revere Pewter is a light (closer to light-medium) warm gray. Revere Pewter is slightly warmer than some other comparable grays and has an earth-toned look when up against fresh and cool grays. It’s also WELL-known for picking up a faint green undertone.

OR check out my wicked video here!

Revere Pewter is also gorgeous on kitchen cabinets and interior doors…

See more of this kitchen remodel here

See more of this entryway here

Revere Pewter was darkened by approx 25-50% for the above kitchen cabinets and doors. Why? Sheen affects how a paint color looks, and with the satin sheen (vs. the standard eggshell on walls), it would’ve looked too soft at regular strength.

WHY IS REVERE PEWTER A POPULAR WARM GRAY?

Revere Pewter can work in rooms with northern exposure or southern exposure.

While it’s in the light range, it borders on the light-medium range and can be heavy for a dark room or hallway.

If it’s a bit darker than you want, try lightening it by 25% or check out Benjamin Moore Rodeo

With an LRV of 55, it’s important to note that Revere Pewter will not be a fresh, bright gray. While it won’t absorb light, it’s not going to reflect a ton either if you don’t have great natural or artificial lighting (learn some AMAZING THINGS about lighting HERE).

It can also work on a home’s exterior (especially when paired with Cloud White) but can look warmer than you’d expect with natural light!

BENJAMIN MOORE SIMPLY WHITE OC-117

LRV: 89.52 (PREVIOUSLY) 91.7 (learn more)

Simply White has a yellow undertone, making it a warm white paint colour. This undertone can be subtle at times, acting more like a true white, but partner it with a cool tone and it can show up a bit more to the party.

Simply White is a great, slightly fresh, warm approach to white. Its yellow undertone is noticeable, but isn’t always obnoxious – adding a touch of life, without too much ‘colour’. It’s a popular choice for kitchen cabinets if you want a bright white, but not stark look, but is touch-and-go with marble because of the yellow in it. Simply White can act like white (in the absence of a ‘real’ white), but watch out for its warmth if you aren’t a fan of yellow-whites.

THE BEST ROOMS FOR SIMPLY WHITE

I rarely refer to Simply White in my Online Paint Colour Consulting. Why? Because I can usually get the job done BETTER with Chantilly Lace, Cloud White or White Dove. Why? Because the yellow in Simply White is that BIT more noticeable.

But, this doesn’t mean Simply White isn’t the best white for you and YOUR home. If you’re looking for a BRIGHT white, not a soft white and have northern light, it can be a fabulous choice!

WHERE TO AVOID USING SIMPLY WHITE

If your walls are a stronger blue, green or violet.

It’s okay with grays with those undertones, but not always great with more crisp, clean cool colours – UNLESS you love the play of that warm/cool contrast.

I’m also hesitant in south-facing rooms as the warmth of the southern light can really jack up the yellow in Simply White.

Shown here with Benjamin Moore Collingwood

SAMPLIZE PEEL & STICK

Undoubtedly, you’ll be heading out in the near future to grab paint samples – stop right there! I want you to check out SAMPLIZE. Samplize offers peel-and-stick paint samples that are more AFFORDABLE, EASIER and more ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY than traditional paint pots. Here are just a few reasons why I recommend Samplize to my clients…

samples arrive ON YOUR DOORSTEP in 1-3 business days, depending on the location

more affordable than the samples pots/rollers/foam boards that are needed for traditional paint sampling

if you keep the samples on their white paper, you can move them around the room

Visit the SAMPLIZE website HERE

October Mist Compared to Other Popular Gray Green and Sage Colors

There are a LOT of great greens, so while I have several in this article, I also cover even more in my Ultra Sophisticated Gray-Green Paint Colors post.

Looking for a color like October Mist, but haven’t quite found the perfect one yet?

Fear not! Let’s compare this color to others that you might want to consider.

October Mist vs Evergreen Fog

It’s the battle of the former Colors of the Year!

I don’t know if this has happened before, but I was surprised to see how similar both Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams went with their Colors of the Year in 2022:

That’s right, Sherwin Williams also chose a gray-green sage color to represent 2022. I feel like Evergreen Fog is Sea Salt’s sophisticated big sister. It’s darker and richer than Sea Salt, but still a bit more cool-toned than October Mist.

For me personally, the big difference is that I would not paint my whole house in Evergreen Fog. It is just that little bit too dark. I would use it in areas with good natural light, in small rooms, or on an accent wall, but in the dark days of winter I think Evergreen Fog would be too much.

If we’re talking about tone, I might prefer Evergreen Fog ever so slightly over October Mist. If you LOVE Evergreen Fog, but are leaning lighter, check out Acacia Haze.

For 2024, Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams copied each other again, and both chose periwinkle leaning blues as their Color of the Year: Blue Nova and Upward.

October Mist vs Oil Cloth

Oil Cloth is darker and significantly more gray than October Mist:

I do think they look more similar in real life than they do on the swatch.

October Mist vs Saybrook Sage

Another Benjamin Moore vs Benjamin Moore battle is October Mist against Saybrook Sage.

This one might surprise you!

Saybrook Sage is more green (cooler) where October Mist is slightly more yellow (warmer).

I took a quick look and Saybrook Sage is a Benjamin Moore Color from their Historical Collection, which was inspired by America’s Historical Landmarks. What does that mean? This color has been out since 1976!

Saybrook Sage is so similar to October Mist that if you like one it may be hard to choose between them. I would say that Saybrook reads a little brighter.

Sage Wisdom is a little bit more gray than October Mist, but a whole lot cooler (more green).

Silver Sage is like a lighter version of October Mist, which is interesting, because it’s not on the same color strip:

Tree Moss is just a little bit warmer and less gray than October Mist.

October Mist vs Camouflage

October Mist and Camouflage aren’t especially similar, but if you are looking for a neutral that isn’t gray, either of these might work for you.

Camouflage is definitely warm where October Mist is pretty neutral. They are about the same level of lightness.

October Mist next to Camouflage truly reminds me of camouflage. Both are shades that you could find in Khaki.

October Mist vs Oyster Bay

Our last color vs color battle for now is October Mist vs. Oyster Bay by Sherwin Williams.

Oyster Bay is definitely more gray than October Mist. Besides that, it is probably the closest Sherwin Williams color that we’ve compared.

I really like Oyster Bay. The grayness does make it seem a bit darker than October Mist perhaps, but it is very similar.

Either of these would be a good sage color for your home.

Mizzle is a little bit lighter and less gray than October Mist:

October Mist vs Sherwin Williams Clary Sage

Clary Sage is a little bit darker and warmer than October Mist:

You can see more of this color in my post: Sherwin Williams Clary Sage Review (With Dupes!)

Soft Fern is lighter and less gray than October Mist:

October Mist vs Sea Haze

Sea Haze would be perfect if you like October Mist but aren’t sure if it’s a little too green and a hair too warm.

Sea Haze still reads “sage” very much, but without even a hint of olive or khaki. Not going to lie, I’m selling myself on Sea Haze!

October Mist vs Grecian Green

Benjamin Moore Grecian Green is another color that is very similar to October Mist. It is a little bit greener and lighter.

Downsides

Benjamin Moore paints have relatively few downsides. However, there are a handful of cons worth mentioning.

The most obvious one is price. There’s no denying it, Benjamin Moore is expensive, and it rarely goes on sale. The price alone is enough to deter many buyers, and the company certainly won’t make any budget-friendly paint lists.

Another issue with Benjamin Moore is its limited availability. Although it’s available at thousands of stores, it’s not sold at major home improvement stores like Lowe’s or The Home Depot.

It’s most accessible in the northeast region of the United States, but you may need to drive a distance to find an authorized retailer if you live in other areas.

Compounding this problem is Benjamin Moore’s lack of color-matching potential. If you run out of paint and there isn’t a nearby retailer, you can’t substitute another paint for it. You’ll have to go out and buy more from Benjamin Moore.

Benjamin Moore is also thicker than other paints, which improves its coverage and color, but makes it a little more challenging to work with. The paint’s viscosity makes it difficult to wash out of brushes and rollers.

Volume Solids

You’ll probably see the term “volume solids” mentioned numerous times while reading paint descriptions. In essence, a paint’s volume solids are the solid components left behind after it dries.

Benjamin Moore Regal Select Volume Solids

All paint is made up of the same basic elements: binder, pigment, solvents, and additives. The solvents evaporate, while others are left on the wall.

Paints with higher volume solids tend to be thicker, richer in color, and more durable than those with lower volume solids. They also tend to be more expensive.

Benjamin Moore paints have higher volume solids than most brands, but the amount varies by line. The more expensive and higher-tier Benjamin Moore paints (like Aura and Regal Select) feature higher volume solids than lower-tier lines (like ben).

As you can see below, Benjamin Moore ben (left) is noticeably thinner than Aura (right).

Benjamin Moore ben (left) versus Aura (right)

The charts below detail the volume solids of different Benjamin Moore paint lines. I’ve included a few other paint brands’ specs for comparison.

Swipe to view the entire chart on mobile.

What Professional Painters Say About Benjamin Moore

I reached out to several professional painters to get their opinion on Benjamin Moore.

When I spoke to each painter, I asked a simple question:

What makes Benjamin Moore paint special?

Here’s what they had to say.

New Haven Painters, a Connecticut-based painting company, said, “Benjamin Moore is a quality brand that we trust. The “best” bathroom paint is Aura Bath and Spa by Benjamin Moore. Aura will prevent mildew and cracking from extreme moisture.”

Infinity Painting, another painting business in Connecticut, told me, “Benjamin Moore has excellent products. It offers excellent durability, clean-ability, and fade resistance.”

J&R Painting, a New Hampshire painting company, said, “We strictly use Sherwin-Williams products for our jobs, but Benjamin Moore is a close second in my opinion. We choose Sherwin-Williams because they have multiple locations throughout New Hampshire and Massachusetts as opposed to Benjamin Moore, which only has a few dealers here and there. I would trust both brands in clients’ homes.”

Granite State Painters, a New Hampshire painting company, said, “Ben Moore is more durable than most brands. It won’t chip or flake after applying. We recommend Benjamin Moore Advance for trim, Regal Select for walls, SuperHide for ceilings, and Aura for bathrooms since it’s a moisture-resistant paint.”

Local San Diego Painting, a California-based company, said, “Benjamin Moore is also a solid coating, but not as good with color uniformity compared to Sherwin-Williams. A color from one can sometimes does not match the next. Sherwin Williams, on the other hand, is very good in that respect.”

I also spoke with paint experts at Benjamin Moore dealers to get their opinion.

The expert at National Lumber Home Finishes, an authorized Benjamin Moore dealer in Massachusetts, said, “Benjamin Moore’s mission is to create the best-performing paint. They put the very best ingredients in the can and price it accordingly. The paint has a tight film, so there is no place for dirt or stains to stick.”

He went on to say, “They are not targeting homeowners looking for a bargain. If you want the best price, go to The Home Depot or Lowe’s. But if you want the best coverage, durability, and scrubbability, go with Benjamin Moore.”

The paint expert at ACE Hardware in Canton, Massachusetts, admitted, “Not every paint job requires a $90 paint like Benjamin Moore Aura. If you rent or plan to move soon, it might not be worth the higher price. But if you want the best quality paint, not many options beat Benjamin Moore.”

My main takeaway from speaking to professional painters and authorized dealers is that Benjamin Moore is second to none in terms of performance, durability, and overall quality. The only major downside is the high cost.

Other Popular White Paint Colors

If you’re stuck trying to decide between White Dove, Swiss Coffee, Alabaster, Chantilly Lace, Simply White, or another white paint color, check out my article: White Paint Color Guide.

This white paint color guide has 11+ of the most popular white paint colors with a mini review for each color. It has all the details you need to know, plus side-by-side comparisons, and images of the paint colors in real homes to help you choose.

Or, for some white paint colors that are a shade or two darker check out my article: Off-White Paint Color Guide.

Check out all of our paint color guides here – there is White, Off-White, Black, Gray, Beige, Greige, Brown & Taupe and many more!

For a more in-depth step-by-step guide that will lead you through my proven process for choosing a paint color, check out my article: How To Choose A Perfect Paint Color. It will help you select a paint color using: undertones, lighting, room direction, sheen, samples, and a few more helpful tips!

BENJAMIN MOORE SWISS COFFEE OC-45

LRV 81.91 (PREVIOUSLY 83.93) (learn more)

Swiss Coffee is a popular white paint colour, due in part to Studio McGee using it in their own home – but this doesn’t mean it’s best for YOURS. Swiss Coffee is very comparable to White Dove, not just in LRV, but in a general approach. HOWEVER, the difference between the two is that Swiss Coffee is slightly more likely to pick up a wee tiny touch of green.

THE BEST ROOMS FOR SWISS COFFEE

Swiss Coffee’s passive warmth makes it a great choice for any exposure, knowing that it WILL look that bit warmer in southern light and flatter in northern light (as will any warm white)

WHERE NOT TO USE SWISS COFFEE

I would be less inclined to partner Swiss Coffee with finishes that have a pink or taupe undertone, as I would worry about the undertones bouncing off each other a bit
if I have a choice, I’ll choose White Dove over Swiss Coffee EVERY TIME – I find it more predictable

Not sure which white is best for your home?

Check out my E-design & Online Color Consulting Packages – I’d love to help!

Chat soon,

Originally written in 2018, awesomely updated in 2021

Benjamin Moore(Бенжамин Мур)

В маленькой прямоугольной квартире дизайнеры разместили куб со спальней внутри и кухней снаружи. Не то слово: теперь 30 квадратных метров вмещают больше, чем вы думаете. Выбор цвета стен для квартиры — задача непростая. Ведь именно среди этих стен нам придется проводить огромную часть своего времени. Минимальная перепланировка, жизнерадостные цвета отделки стен и декор из разных стран мира — этот интерьер двухкомнатной квартиры вам точно захочется повторить. Минималистичное оформление стен и умеренный декор, полочные карнизы и замысловатые формы светильников — изящное сочетание духа современности и элементов классики. Стандарты экологии в США одни из самых жестких в мире, поэтому американские краски более экологичны, чем в других странах особенно по нормам испарения летучих веществ.

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BENJAMIN MOORE CHELSEA GRAY HC-168

Chelsea Gray is an AWESOME medium-toned gray. Not too light, not too dark…juuuust right. Chelsea Gray contains only a wink of undertone – green, but it can be VERY vague. And believe it or not, it’s actually a WARM gray, but you’ll hardly know it unless you compare it directly to cooler gray paint colors.

Chelsea Gray is a beautiful choice for kitchen cabinets, as long as your countertop/flooring can humor that vague green undertone.

Stonington Gray walls / Chelsea Gray doors

WHY IS CHELSEA GRAY A POPULAR DARK GRAY PAINT COLOR?

Whether it’s a small or large bedroom, Chelsea Gray is neither overwhelming nor underwhelming as long as you are comfortable with some depth.

Chelsea Gray is fantastic as an exterior color, particularly on the body of the house.

Great for cabinets and furniture.

Chelsea Gray has an LRV of 23 – it will absorb light and look quite heavy in a room without adequate lighting.

My Personal Experience With White Dove

After testing several different paint colors in my home, I decided on painting our entire home in Benjamin Moore White Dove. And I’m so glad I did. It turned out amazing!

White Dove is such a versatile paint color. It’s perfect for interior walls, ceilings, cabinets moldings and trim. With a subtle hint of warmth, this color is especially well suited for bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

After painting our home, I love how our primary bedroom turned out. This room has one large window that floods the room with cool Northern light.

Primary Bedroom Painted With White Dove by Benjamin Moore

The creamy warmth of White Dove resists being washed out by the Northern light. Plus, it goes perfectly with the dark walnut stained shiplap accent wall. Check out how the room turned out in the image below.

White Dove Coordinating Colors

One of the many reasons I frequently recommend White Dove is because it looks great by itself, but it also coordinates easily with many other paint colors.

What colors go well with Benjamin Moore White Dove? Here’s a few colors that would work well if you’re putting together a White Dove color palette for your home:

Pale Oak (OC-20) by Benjamin Moore

Pale Oak pairs very nicely with White Dove. Pale Oak is somewhere between off-white and gray, but putting it next to White Dove brings out the white in White Dove, and the gray in Pale Oak.

In our guest bedroom, I installed a White Dove shiplap accent wall, and painted the rest of the walls Pale Oak (OC-20) by Benjamin Moore.

Benjamin Pale Oak walls paired with White Dove Shiplap (source)

Snag a sample of Pale Oak here. And you can get a sample of White Dove here.

Benjamin Moore recommends paring White Dove with these colors:

Silver Lake (1598) by Benjamin Moore

Benjamin Moore Silver Lake walls paired with White Dove cabinets (source)

Get a sample of Silver Lake here. Try it in your home next to a sample of White Dove.

Yukon Sky (1439) by Benjamin Moore

BM Yukon Sky walls paired with White Dove trim (source)

Snag a sample of Yukon Sky here. Try Yukon Sky in your home next to a sample of White Dove.

Horizon Gray (2141-50) by Benjamin Moore

Benjamin Moore Horizon Gray walls paired with White Dove cabinets (source)

Grab a sample of Horizon Gray here. Test it out in your home next to a sample of White Dove.

Cheating Heart (1617) by Benjamin Moore

Get a sample of Cheating Heart here. Try Cheating Heart in your home next to a sample of White Dove.

Benjamin Moore Cheating Heart paired with White Dove in living room (source)

These colors pair well with White Dove, but don’t be afraid to experiment and try out some different colors too. That’s the beauty of samples. Mix & match til you find your favorite color combo for your space.

Краска Бенджамин Мур (Behjamin Moore)