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Benjamin Moore Simply White (OC-117): closest Sherwin-Williams matches

Published values: hex #F6F6ED, LRV 89.52. See Simply White on the Benjamin Moore site

Computed match, not an official equivalent. We compare the digital color values each brand publishes using CIEDE2000 Delta E (lower is closer). Paint looks different on screens and in different light, so always check a physical sample on your wall before you buy.

Top 3 Sherwin-Williams matches

ColorHexLRVDelta Evs Simply White
High Reflective White
SW 7757
#F7F7F192.6671.40
Very close
Lighter (LRV 92.667 vs 89.52)
White Snow
SW 9541
#F5F4EE90.3311.60
Very close
About the same lightness (LRV)
UltraWhite
SW 9500
#F6F7F293.51.82
Very close
Lighter (LRV 93.5 vs 89.52)

Delta E closeness labels are our own rule of thumb, explained on the method page.

Compare samples before you buy

Simply White sample (Benjamin Moore site) High Reflective White sample (Sherwin-Williams site) Peel-and-stick samples: coming soon

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FAQ

What is the Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Simply White?

Neither brand publishes an official equivalent. Comparing published digital color values, the closest Sherwin-Williams color is High Reflective White (SW 7757), with a CIEDE2000 Delta E of 1.40 (very close). The next closest are White Snow (SW 9541, Delta E 1.60) and UltraWhite (SW 9500, Delta E 1.82).

What is the LRV of Simply White?

Benjamin Moore publishes an LRV (light reflectance value) of 89.52 for Simply White (OC-117). LRV runs from 0 (black) to 100 (white). High Reflective White has a published LRV of 92.667.

What is the hex code for Benjamin Moore Simply White?

Benjamin Moore publishes Simply White (OC-117) as hex #F6F6ED. A hex code describes the color on screens; the real paint can look different depending on light, sheen and the surface.

How should I check whether the match works for me?

Put a physical sample of both colors side by side on your wall and look at them in morning, afternoon and evening light. A Delta E under 2 is usually hard to tell apart side by side; above 3.5 most people will see a difference.

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