ColorplanWimborne White vs Moonlight White
Farrow & Ball Wimborne White No.239 compared with Benjamin Moore Moonlight White OC-125
Wimborne White and Moonlight White 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 0.4) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.4 · 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.
Side by side
| Wimborne White | Moonlight White | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Benjamin Moore |
| Code | No.239 | OC-125 |
| LRV | 85 | 85 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #F1EDE1 | #F1EDE2 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | whole-house walls, living rooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Wimborne White and Moonlight White?
Wimborne White and Moonlight White 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 0.4) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Wimborne White or Moonlight White?
They have the same LRV (85), so they're equally light.
How does Wimborne White compare to Moonlight White in a north-facing room?
Wimborne 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 Moonlight White.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.