ColorplanCloud White vs Polar Bear
Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130 compared with Behr Polar Bear PPU18-08
Cloud White is a touch lighter (LRV 88 vs 84) than Polar Bear. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.9) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 1.9 · Very close
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 | Polar Bear | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Behr |
| Code | OC-130 | PPU18-08 |
| LRV | 88 | 84 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #F2F1E6 | #F0ECE2 |
| Good for | trim and doors, ceilings | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Cloud White and Polar Bear?
Cloud White is a touch lighter (LRV 88 vs 84) than Polar Bear. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.9) 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 Polar Bear?
Cloud White is lighter, with an LRV of 88 against 84.
How does Cloud White compare to Polar Bear in a north-facing room?
Cloud White may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. Polar Bear'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.