ColorplanCotton Knit vs Snowbound
Behr Cotton Knit PPU7-14 compared with Sherwin-Williams Snowbound SW 7004
Cotton Knit and Snowbound are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. 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.
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.
Side by side
| Cotton Knit | Snowbound | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Behr | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | PPU7-14 | SW 7004 |
| LRV | 82 | 82 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #EFE9DB | #EDE9DD |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Cotton Knit and Snowbound?
Cotton Knit and Snowbound are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. 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, Cotton Knit or Snowbound?
They have the same LRV (82), so they're equally light.
How does Cotton Knit compare to Snowbound in a north-facing room?
Cotton Knit's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms. The same goes for Snowbound.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.