Glacier White → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Benjamin Moore Glacier White (OC-37), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Glacier White
If you love Benjamin Moore Glacier White but need a Valspar 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 Valspar, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Glacier White (OC-37) is a very light white with cool neutral white undertones. A clean, bright white with the slightest cool lean. Less warm than White Dove, less stark than Chantilly Lace. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 87.88) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Glacier White and every Valspar 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 Valspar match for Glacier White. Studio White (VR049F) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Studio White is the closest Valspar option at LRV 88. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Glacier White
Studio White is the closest Valspar option at LRV 88. Very close match.
| Glacier White | Studio White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 87.88 | 88 |
| Hex | #F0F0EC | #F2EFE9 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral White | Clean Warm White |
| Family | White | White |
Undertone Comparison
Glacier White has cool neutral white undertones. A clean, bright white with the slightest cool lean. Less warm than White Dove, less stark than Chantilly Lace.
Studio White has clean warm white undertones. A clean, bright warm white. Lighter than Bistro White, more warm than Du Jour. The white of a well-lit artist's studio.
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. Glacier White's cool neutral white quality may read differently than Studio White's clean warm 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
Glacier White in Your Room
Clean and bright. The cool lean is very subtle. A versatile white for modern spaces.
Studio White in Your Room
Bright and clean with barely-there warmth. Functions as a warm white in all conditions.
LRV and Brightness
Glacier White has an LRV of 87.88, while Studio White has an LRV of 88. 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 Glacier White
Benjamin Moore recommends Glacier White for: trim, ceilings, cabinets, bathroom, modern interiors. With an LRV of 87.88, 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.
Studio White is recommended for: trim, ceilings, cabinets, whole house, modern interiors. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Studio White in the same rooms you planned for Glacier White.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Glacier White (OC-37) is Studio White (VR049F) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Studio White is the closest Valspar option at LRV 88. Very close match. 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. Glacier White is a Benjamin Moore color with cool neutral white undertones and an LRV of 87.88. Studio White is a Valspar color with clean warm white undertones and an LRV of 88. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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, 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 Valspar equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Valspar. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Valspar 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.