First Light → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore First Light (2102-70), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for First Light
If you love Benjamin Moore First Light 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.
First Light (2102-70) is a light pink with soft blush undertones. BM's 2020 Color of the Year. A soft, rosy off-white that brings gentle warmth without being obviously pink. The color of first light at dawn. Subtle, feminine, and surprisingly versatile. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 73.88) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between First Light 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 Middleton Pink (No.245) with a Delta E of 3.2, which is a "good match" level match. Middleton Pink is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 66. 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 First Light
Middleton Pink is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 66. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible.
| First Light | Middleton Pink | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 73.88 | 66 |
| Hex | #E7DDD7 | #DBD3CD |
| Undertone | Soft Blush | Soft Vintage Pink |
| Family | Pink | Pink |
Undertone Comparison
First Light has soft blush undertones. BM's 2020 Color of the Year. A soft, rosy off-white that brings gentle warmth without being obviously pink. The color of first light at dawn. Subtle, feminine, and surprisingly versatile.
Middleton Pink has soft vintage pink undertones. A soft, vintage pink from F&B. Named for the Welsh estate. More subtle than Calamine, with a gentle rose warmth that reads as a warm neutral in most rooms.
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
First Light in Your Room
The pink is very subtle. In warm light, it reads as a warm off-white. In cool light, the blush becomes slightly more apparent. A sophisticated, grown-up pink.
Middleton Pink in Your Room
The pink is whisper-soft. In cool light, the rose warmth shows. In warm rooms, reads as a warm off-white. Romantic and refined.
LRV and Brightness
First Light has an LRV of 73.88, while Middleton Pink has an LRV of 66. That means First Light reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, First Light will make the space feel brighter and more open than Middleton Pink. If you are switching to the Farrow & Ball option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for First Light
Benjamin Moore recommends First Light for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room, hallway. With an LRV of 73.88, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Middleton Pink is recommended for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, hallway, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Middleton Pink in the same rooms you planned for First Light.
First Light in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for First Light (2102-70) is Middleton Pink (No.245) with a Delta E of 3.2, which rates as a "good match" match. Middleton Pink is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 66. 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. First Light is a Benjamin Moore color with soft blush undertones and an LRV of 73.88. Middleton Pink is a Farrow & Ball color with soft vintage pink undertones and an LRV of 66. With a Delta E of 3.2, 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 3.2, 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.