Decorator's White → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Benjamin Moore Decorator's White (OC-149), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Decorator's White
If you love Benjamin Moore Decorator's White but need a PPG 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 PPG, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Decorator's White (OC-149) is a very light white with cool blue-gray undertones. A crisp, clean white with the slightest cool blue-gray undertone. Not stark or clinical, just refreshingly clean. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 89.8) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Decorator's White and every PPG 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 PPG option is Rendezvous (PPG1001-1-2) with a Delta E of 3.6, which is a "good match" level match. Rendezvous is in the same clean white family but slightly warmer. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Decorator's White
Rendezvous is in the same clean white family but slightly warmer.
| Decorator's White | Rendezvous | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 89.8 | 82 |
| Hex | #F3F3EF | #EBE7DF |
| Undertone | Cool Blue-Gray | Warm Cream White |
| Family | White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Decorator's White has cool blue-gray undertones. A crisp, clean white with the slightest cool blue-gray undertone. Not stark or clinical, just refreshingly clean.
Rendezvous has warm cream white undertones. A warm cream white. PPG's go-to warm white for trim and walls. Less golden than Gypsum, brighter than Whiskers.
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. Decorator's White's cool blue-gray quality may read differently than Rendezvous's warm cream white 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
Decorator's White in Your Room
Reads as a bright, clean white in most rooms. In very warm light, the cool undertone keeps it from looking yellow. Perfect for trim against warm wall colors.
Rendezvous in Your Room
Clean and warm. Reads as a warm bright white in most rooms. Inviting without being obviously cream.
LRV and Brightness
Decorator's White has an LRV of 89.8, while Rendezvous has an LRV of 82. That means Decorator's White reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Decorator's White will make the space feel brighter and more open than Rendezvous. If you are switching to the PPG option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Decorator's White
Benjamin Moore recommends Decorator's White for: trim, ceilings, cabinets, modern interiors, bathroom. With an LRV of 89.8, 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.
Rendezvous is recommended for: trim, whole house, cabinets, bedroom, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Rendezvous in the same rooms you planned for Decorator's White.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Decorator's White (OC-149) is Rendezvous (PPG1001-1-2) with a Delta E of 3.6, which rates as a "good match" match. Rendezvous is in the same clean white family but slightly warmer. 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. Decorator's White is a Benjamin Moore color with cool blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 89.8. Rendezvous is a PPG color with warm cream white undertones and an LRV of 82. With a Delta E of 3.6, 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 3.6, 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 PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG 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.