ColorplanCornforth White vs Silver Drop
Farrow & Ball Cornforth White No.228 compared with Behr Silver Drop PPU18-07
Cornforth White and Silver Drop 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 0.9) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.9 · 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.
Side by side
| Cornforth White | Silver Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Behr |
| Code | No.228 | PPU18-07 |
| LRV | 63 | 63 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #D4CFC5 | #D4D0C8 |
| Good for | open-plan living areas, hallways | open-plan living areas, hallways |
Questions
What is the difference between Cornforth White and Silver Drop?
Cornforth White and Silver Drop 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 0.9) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Cornforth White or Silver Drop?
They have the same LRV (63), so they're equally light.
How does Cornforth White compare to Silver Drop in a north-facing room?
In north light Cornforth White will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Silver Drop.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.