ColorplanCloud White vs Sea Salt
Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130 compared with Behr Sea Salt 780C-1
Cloud White and Sea Salt are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.7) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.7 · Nearly identical
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Cloud White reflects more light (LRV 88).
Side by side
| Cloud White | Sea Salt | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Behr |
| Code | OC-130 | 780C-1 |
| LRV | 88 | 86 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #F2F1E6 | #F1EFE3 |
| Good for | trim and doors, ceilings | trim and doors, ceilings |
Questions
What is the difference between Cloud White and Sea Salt?
Cloud White and Sea Salt are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.7) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Cloud White or Sea Salt?
Cloud White is lighter, with an LRV of 88 against 86.
How does Cloud White compare to Sea Salt in a north-facing room?
Cloud White may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. Sea Salt's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.