Best Benjamin Moore White – A roundup of Benjamin Moore’s top white paints
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect shade of white from Benjamin Moore- you’ve probably realized that choosing one can be an overwhelming task. There are literally hundreds of Benjamin Moore white paint colors, from silvery-blue-toned white to rich cream colors.
In my 12+ years as an interior design writer, consultant and DIYer, I’ve come across a wide range of these shades, and have used many of them myself.
To help you whittle down the overwhelmingly long list of white paint, I’ve curated a list of the best Benjamin Moore white paints — including the ones I’ve heard designers call out over and over, as well as the ones I always go back to for my own homes. Whether you’re looking for cool or warm whites, these colors are a great place to start.
[TIP: Regardless of which color you choose, it’s always a good idea to order paint samples before committing to a color, and recently started using Samplize, which makes peel & stick paint samples that are so easy to use].
Best Benjamin Moore Whites
1. Benjamin Moore Simply White
Type of white: Off white
Works with: Warm hard finishes, brass tones, greige
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, modern farmhouse, organic modern
Simply White is a best-seller in Benjamin Moore’s whites collection. No wonder, as this off white fits any space. With an LRV of 89.52, it is a bright color that will bounce light around the room. If you are looking for a softer white with a hint of creaminess, Simply White is the right choice.
With an oh-so-subtle touch of yellow-green, this paint color looks inviting and cozy. If you are looking for a white that doesn’t appear too stark but not too creamy, either, Simply White is a beautiful choice. It goes well with other off-whites, deep wine, and olive greens. I’ve used Simply White in a wide range of homes, including a log cabin, and in our traditional Connecticut home where it’s paired with dark floors and black interior doors.
If you’re debating between common Benjamin Moore paint colors like Simply White vs White Dove or Simply White vs. Swiss Coffee, know that Simply White is the brightest white of the bunch.
2. Benjamin Moore White Dove
Type of white: Off white
Works with: Warm and cool hard finishes
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, modern farmhouse, organic modern, coastal, Scandinavian
Benjamin Moore White Dove is another popular white (it might actually be BMs most popular white…), with an LRV of 83.16. L:ike SImply White, it’s an off white, but it gets its warmth from green and gray undertones, which give it a more neutral feel. If you want an off white that has less of a chance of appearing yellow, try White Dove.
White Dove is a gorgeous color for walls and exteriors, but also makes an excellent pick for painting the trim if you don’t love the stern look of crisp whites. It pairs well with warm grays, greige, and earthy tones.
3. Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
Type of white: Off white
Works with: Warm hard finishes
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, rustic, modern farmhouse, organic modern
With an LRV of 81.91 and a golden yellow undertone, Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee is ideal for traditional, organic modern, and rustic interior styles. (It’s also one of Shea McGee’s go-to paint colors, but at 75%).
It pairs excellently with warm neutrals and earthy shades. Whether you want to update the kitchen cabinets or paint your bedroom, Swiss Coffee would be an ideal pick. Also, it is a good pick for the house exterior is located in a shady area.
4. Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White
Type of white: Cool white
Works with: Cool hard finishes
Style profile: Contemporary, modern, modern farmhouse, organic modern, industrial, modern coastal
Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White is crisp and clean white paint color with a moderate gray undertone and an LRV of 84.61. With slight green and blue undertones, this color is a bright but not too stark white. If you are looking for a white that doesn’t have yellow undertones, this is a good pick. Decorator’s White is excellent for trim since it doesn’t appear yellowish when paired with cool-toned paint colors.
5. Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace
Type of white: True white
Works with: Warm and cool hard finishes
Style profile: Contemporary, modern, modern farmhouse, organic modern, industrial, modern coastal, Scandinavian
Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace is a true white paint color which makes it one of the most versatile Benjamin Moore white paint colors out there. With a high LRV of 90.04, and ever-so-slightly cool undertones, it is bright choice that complements contemporary design and modern hard finishes, as well as warmer ones.
Its neutral, crisp appearance also makes this a go-to white trim color.
6. Benjamin Moore White Heron
Type of white: Cool white
Works with: Cool hard finishes
Style profile: Contemporary, modern, modern farmhouse, organic modern, industrial, modern coastal
With An LRV of 86.69, Benjamin Moore White Heron is a sophisticated white color with subtly cool undertones. It is white that looks bright but isn’t too stark. Unlike other colors where the yellow or blue undertone will dominate under specific light conditions, White Heron will always stay white.
7. Benjamin Moore Cloud White
Type of white: True white
Works with: Warm and cool hard finishes
Style profile: Contemporary, modern, transitional, modern farmhouse, organic modern, industrial, coastal, modern coastal
Benjamin Moore Cloud White is another one of the best sellers in Benjamin Moore’s collection, and sits somewhere between the warm and crisp whites. The LRV of this off white paint color is 85.05 which makes it light and airy, but with subtle depth
If anyone asks me for an off white paint color that’s not Simply White or White Dove, my answer is usually cloud white.
8. Navajo White
Type of white: Off white
Works with: Warm hard finishes
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, English country
Benjamin Moore Navajo White is a gorgeous warm cream color. With an LRV of 78.26, this white sits farther on the light reflection scale and is the deepest paint color on this list. It has beige and yellow undertones that create plenty of warmth, perfect if you want to make the space feel cozier.
9. White Opulence
Type of white: Off white
Works with: Warm hard finishes
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, English country
Benjamin Moore White Opulence is a gorgeous white with a slight pink undertone to make it appear softer. With a high LRV of 87.67, this paint color is fresh and airy. It looks white, but the red undertone can be highlighted under different lighting conditions. Therefore, you would want to have this in mind when using this paint color in the space. If you don’t mind its pink look, you can go forward and use it in your room.
10. Mayonnaise
Type of white: Warm white
Works with: Warm hard finishes
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, English country
Benjamin Moore Mayonnaise is off-white with a dominant warm undertone. The type of color would make the space filled with sunshine, even on a cloudy and moody day. The LRV of 88.07 confirms that this is a light and bright color that will disperse the light through the space. Under specific light conditions, it can appear a very pale yellow. However, it is an excellent choice if you want a white with a creamy appearance.
11. Acadia White
Type of white: Off white
Works with: Warm hard finishes
Style profile: Traditional, transitional, modern farmhouse, rustic, English country
Benjamin Moore Acadia White is a perfect color for traditional spaces. It is more of an ivory tone, adding depth to the room without looking too beige or yellow. Therefore it is an ideal choice if you want to soften the space. Also, it will perfectly complement the warm note of hardwood floors.
How to choose white paint
To start, I want to share a few things to keep in mind that’ll help simplify the process of picking the right white paint for your home.
- The most important thing you can do is determine whether you need a cool white, a true white, or an off white in your space. If you get that part right, chances are good you’ll end up with a color you love. I’ve included where each shade falls in my list below, plus some tips on what decor style each works well with.
- The Benjamin Moore best selling white paints are the best sellers for a reason. While you shouldn’t default only to these colors, they’re a good place to start your paint selection process.
- Eventually, when it comes to choosing white paint, you’re splitting hairs. Design purists, don’t @ me. You want to choose the right shade, sure. But there can be more than one right shade of white paint for a room. So, if you’ve come down to a couple you love, that work with the design of your home, just pick one. It’ll all be ok.
