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Collingwood vs Cornforth White

Benjamin Moore Collingwood OC-28 compared with Farrow & Ball Cornforth White No.228

Collingwood is a touch lighter (LRV 64 vs 63) than Cornforth White. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.1) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Collingwood on the left and Cornforth White on the right
Collingwood · Benjamin MooreCornforth White · Farrow & BallPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 1.1 · 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, Collingwood reflects more light (LRV 64).

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CollingwoodCornforth White
BrandBenjamin MooreFarrow & Ball
CodeOC-28No.228
LRV6463
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#D8D1C6#D4CFC5
Good foropen-plan living areas, hallwaysopen-plan living areas, hallways

Questions

What is the difference between Collingwood and Cornforth White?

Collingwood is a touch lighter (LRV 64 vs 63) than Cornforth White. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.1) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Collingwood or Cornforth White?

Collingwood is lighter, with an LRV of 64 against 63.

How does Collingwood compare to Cornforth White in a north-facing room?

In north light Collingwood will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Cornforth White.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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