ColorplanBenjamin Moore Light Quartz (2011-70) is a very light warm white with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 85. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Intimate White (SW 6322), Farrow & Ball Middleton Pink (No.245) and Behr Stolen Kiss (MQ3-34).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | White |
| LRV | 85.4 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FDEAE6 |
| RGB | 253, 234, 230 |
| HSL | 10°, 85%, 95% |
About Light Quartz
Light Quartz (2011-70) is a very light warm white from Benjamin Moore with a soft pink undertone. With an LRV of 85, Light Quartz reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Light Quartz's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for trim and doors, ceilings, kitchens and whole-house walls. It's very close to Pink Swirl (2171-70); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Light Quartz changes with the light
Light Quartz is a warm white, so it stays soft rather than gray in north-facing rooms and looks creamier in strong south or west sun.
North-facing rooms
Light Quartz's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Light Quartz will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Light Quartz will look bright and clean in south light, with a little extra warmth.
West-facing rooms
Light Quartz will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Light Quartz in real homes
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Light Quartz equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 4.0
Also close: Faint Coral (ΔE 4.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.2
Also close: Tailor Tack (ΔE 4.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Light Quartz questions
What undertone does Light Quartz have?
Light Quartz has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Light Quartz's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Light Quartz a light or dark color?
Light Quartz has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 85.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very light color. With an LRV of 85, Light Quartz reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Light Quartz in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Intimate White SW 6322 (close, ΔE 4.0); Farrow & Ball: Middleton Pink No.245 (very close, ΔE 2.2); Behr: Stolen Kiss MQ3-34 (close, ΔE 4.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Light Quartz?
Light Quartz is light enough to use on walls, trim and ceiling for a seamless look. Use a semi-gloss on trim and a flat finish on the ceiling to add subtle definition.
Where does Light Quartz work best?
Light Quartz works well in trim and doors, ceilings, kitchens and whole-house walls. With an LRV of 85, Light Quartz reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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