ColorplanCotton Knit vs White Christmas
Behr Cotton Knit PPU7-14 compared with Benjamin Moore White Christmas OC-110
Cotton Knit and White Christmas 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 0.5) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.5 · 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.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, White Christmas reflects more light (LRV 83).
Side by side
| Cotton Knit | White Christmas | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Behr | Benjamin Moore |
| Code | PPU7-14 | OC-110 |
| LRV | 82 | 83 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #EFE9DB | #F0EADD |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Cotton Knit and White Christmas?
Cotton Knit and White Christmas 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 0.5) 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 White Christmas?
White Christmas is lighter, with an LRV of 83 against 82.
How does Cotton Knit compare to White Christmas 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 White Christmas.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.