ColorplanCloud White vs Wimborne White
Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130 compared with Farrow & Ball Wimborne White No.239
Cloud White is a touch lighter (LRV 88 vs 85) than Wimborne White. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.6) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 1.6 · 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 | Wimborne White | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | OC-130 | No.239 |
| LRV | 88 | 85 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #F2F1E6 | #F1EDE1 |
| Good for | trim and doors, ceilings | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Cloud White and Wimborne White?
Cloud White is a touch lighter (LRV 88 vs 85) than Wimborne White. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.6) 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 Wimborne White?
Cloud White is lighter, with an LRV of 88 against 85.
How does Cloud White compare to Wimborne White in a north-facing room?
Cloud White may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. Wimborne White'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.