Cotton Grey → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Behr Cotton Grey (PPU18-22), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Cotton Grey
If you love Behr Cotton Grey but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Cotton Grey (PPU18-22) is a very light white with cool cotton white undertones. A cool, clean white-gray. Like unbleached cotton. Lighter than Smoky White, cooler than Painter's White. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 80) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Cotton Grey and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Silver Satin (OC-26) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Silver Satin is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Cotton Grey
Silver Satin is close.
| Cotton Grey | Silver Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 80 | 72.91 |
| Hex | #E8E6E2 | #E0DDD6 |
| Undertone | Cool Cotton White | Warm Silver-Cream |
| Family | White | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Cotton Grey has cool cotton white undertones. A cool, clean white-gray. Like unbleached cotton. Lighter than Smoky White, cooler than Painter's White.
Silver Satin has warm silver-cream undertones. A very light warm gray with creamy silver undertones. Barely there color that reads as a warm off-white with gray sophistication.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Cotton Grey's cool cotton white quality may read differently than Silver Satin's warm silver-cream character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Cotton Grey in Your Room
Clean and cool. Functions as a bright cool white in most rooms.
Silver Satin in Your Room
Almost white in bright rooms, with just enough gray to add depth. A refined, subtle choice for whole-house color.
LRV and Brightness
Cotton Grey has an LRV of 80, while Silver Satin has an LRV of 72.91. That means Cotton Grey reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Cotton Grey will make the space feel brighter and more open than Silver Satin. If you are switching to the Benjamin Moore option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Cotton Grey
Behr recommends Cotton Grey for: trim, ceilings, cabinets, whole house, bathroom. With an LRV of 80, this is a very light color that reflects a lot of light and works well in any room, including smaller spaces where you want to maintain a bright, open feel. It is light enough for whole-house use without making rooms feel washed out or sterile.
Silver Satin is recommended for: whole house, bedroom, hallway, living room, bathroom. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Cotton Grey in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Cotton Grey (PPU18-22) is Silver Satin (OC-26) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Silver Satin is close. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Cotton Grey is a Behr color with cool cotton white undertones and an LRV of 80. Silver Satin is a Benjamin Moore color with warm silver-cream undertones and an LRV of 72.91. With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.