Dove White → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore Dove White (OC-17-2), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Dove White
If you love Benjamin Moore Dove White but need a Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Dove White (OC-17-2) is a very light white with warm cream undertones. A warm, gentle white in the White Dove family. Soft cream undertones. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 84.66) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dove White and every Farrow & Ball 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 good news: there is a strong Farrow & Ball match for Dove White. Wimborne White (No.239) comes in with a Delta E of 2.1, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Wimborne White is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 85. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Dove White
Wimborne White is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 85. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth.
| Dove White | Wimborne White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 84.66 | 85 |
| Hex | #EFEBE1 | #EEEAE1 |
| Undertone | Warm Cream | Warm Cream |
| Family | White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Dove White has warm cream undertones. A warm, gentle white in the White Dove family. Soft cream undertones.
Wimborne White has warm cream undertones. A warm, creamy white that's one of Farrow & Ball's most popular neutrals. Similar to Alabaster in warmth. The F&B pigmentation gives it exceptional richness.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Dove White in Your Room
Warm and versatile. Reads as a soft warm white.
Wimborne White in Your Room
Reads as a warm, inviting white in most rooms. The cream undertone is gentle and never overwhelming. Beautiful as a whole-house white with F&B's signature depth.
LRV and Brightness
Dove White has an LRV of 84.66, while Wimborne White has an LRV of 85. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Dove White
Benjamin Moore recommends Dove White for: whole house, trim, living room, bedroom. With an LRV of 84.66, 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.
Wimborne White is recommended for: whole house, trim, cabinets, living room, bedroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Wimborne White in the same rooms you planned for Dove White.
Dove White in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Dove White (OC-17-2) is Wimborne White (No.239) with a Delta E of 2.1, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Wimborne White is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 85. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth. 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. Dove White is a Benjamin Moore color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 84.66. Wimborne White is a Farrow & Ball color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 85. With a Delta E of 2.1, 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 2.1, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball 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.