Dove Wing → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore Dove Wing (OC-18), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Dove Wing
If you love Benjamin Moore Dove Wing 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 Wing (OC-18) is a very light off-white with warm cream undertones. A warm off-white slightly darker and creamier than White Dove. Sits between White Dove and Edgecomb Gray in depth. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 80.17) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dove Wing 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 results are decent but not perfect. The closest Farrow & Ball option is Slipper Satin (No.2004) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Slipper Satin is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 80. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Dove Wing
Slipper Satin is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 80. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible.
| Dove Wing | Slipper Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 80.17 | 80 |
| Hex | #EBE4D7 | #E9E4DA |
| Undertone | Warm Cream | Warm Satin Cream |
| Family | Off-White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Dove Wing has warm cream undertones. A warm off-white slightly darker and creamier than White Dove. Sits between White Dove and Edgecomb Gray in depth.
Slipper Satin has warm satin cream undertones. A warm, creamy white with a silky quality. Between Wimborne White and Pointing in warmth.
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 Wing in Your Room
Reads as a soft, warm cream in most rooms. More body than White Dove without being a true beige. Versatile and forgiving.
Slipper Satin in Your Room
Warm and refined. A sophisticated warm off-white.
LRV and Brightness
Dove Wing has an LRV of 80.17, while Slipper Satin has an LRV of 80. 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 Wing
Benjamin Moore recommends Dove Wing for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, trim. With an LRV of 80.17, 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.
Slipper Satin is recommended for: whole house, living room, bedroom, kitchen, trim. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Slipper Satin in the same rooms you planned for Dove Wing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Dove Wing (OC-18) is Slipper Satin (No.2004) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Slipper Satin is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 80. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible. 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 Wing is a Benjamin Moore color with warm cream undertones and an LRV of 80.17. Slipper Satin is a Farrow & Ball color with warm satin cream undertones and an LRV of 80. With a Delta E of 3.5, 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 3.5, 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 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.