ColorplanSchool House White vs Cotton Knit
Farrow & Ball School House White No.291 compared with Behr Cotton Knit PPU7-11
School House White and Cotton Knit 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 0.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.8 · 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, Cotton Knit reflects more light (LRV 74).
Side by side
| School House White | Cotton Knit | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Behr |
| Code | No.291 | PPU7-11 |
| LRV | 73 | 74 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #E3DED0 | #E5DFD2 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between School House White and Cotton Knit?
School House White and Cotton Knit 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 0.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, School House White or Cotton Knit?
Cotton Knit is lighter, with an LRV of 74 against 73.
How does School House White compare to Cotton Knit in a north-facing room?
In north light School House White will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Cotton Knit.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.