ColorplanSwiss Coffee vs Polar Bear
Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45 compared with Behr Polar Bear PPU18-08
Swiss Coffee and Polar Bear are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.2) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 1.2 · 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
| Swiss Coffee | Polar Bear | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Behr |
| Code | OC-45 | PPU18-08 |
| LRV | 84 | 84 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #EEECE1 | #F0ECE2 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Swiss Coffee and Polar Bear?
Swiss Coffee and Polar Bear are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.2) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Swiss Coffee or Polar Bear?
They have the same LRV (84), so they're equally light.
How does Swiss Coffee compare to Polar Bear in a north-facing room?
Swiss Coffee may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. Polar Bear's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.