ColorplanSchool House White vs Wimborne White
Farrow & Ball School House White No.291 compared with Farrow & Ball Wimborne White No.239
School House White is noticeably darker (LRV 79 vs 85), a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Wimborne White. Both have a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 2.7) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
ΔE 2.7 · 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, Wimborne White reflects more light (LRV 85).
Side by side
| School House White | Wimborne White | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | No.291 | No.239 |
| LRV | 79 | 85 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #ECE5D4 | #F1EDE1 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between School House White and Wimborne White?
School House White is noticeably darker (LRV 79 vs 85), a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Wimborne White. Both have a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 2.7) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, School House White or Wimborne White?
Wimborne White is lighter, with an LRV of 85 against 79.
How does School House White compare to Wimborne White in a north-facing room?
School House White'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 Wimborne White.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.