What is the HEX code and RGB for Benjamin Moore Simply White?

The exact hexadecimal code for Benjamin Moore Simply White (OC-117) is #F5F4EC. Its sRGB values are R: 245, G: 244, B: 236.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Simply White?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Benjamin Moore Simply White is 89.5. This makes it a light, luminous color that bounces significant natural light.

What is the best cheap dupe for Benjamin Moore Simply White?

The best budget match for Benjamin Moore Simply White is Behr White Flour (OR-W15) with a 98.7% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 0.51), saving $46 per gallon.

What undertones does Simply White have?

Benjamin Moore Simply White features Bright Warm White, Yellow Undertone, Sunny undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

Benjamin MooreCode: OC-117Whites & Off-Whites

Simply White

A luminous, cheerful warm white that brightens dimly lit spaces. Crisp on woodwork and tender on main walls.

Dominant Undertones:

Bright Warm WhiteYellow UndertoneSunny

Est. Price: $94/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

89.5/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$46/gal

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Benjamin MooreOC-117

Simply White

HEX: #F5F4EC • LRV: 89.5

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See Simply White on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.

Simply White#F5F4EC

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#F5F4EC

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

245, 244, 236

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

89.5%

Reflects Light

HSL

53°, 31%, 94%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,0,4,4

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

premium

$94/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Simply White

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$460 (10 gal)

#1Behr Alternative

98.7% Match

Simply White

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

White Flour

Behr (OR-W15)

$48/gal

💰 Saves $46 per gallon

49% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.51

LRV Comparison:89.5 vs 91

"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Magnolia Home Alternative

97.5% Match

Simply White

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Silos White

Magnolia Home (JG-02)

$52/gal

💰 Saves $42 per gallon

45% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.95

LRV Comparison:89.5 vs 88

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#3Behr Alternative

96.1% Match

Simply White

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Polar Bear

Behr (75)

$48/gal

💰 Saves $46 per gallon

49% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.43

LRV Comparison:89.5 vs 89

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Behr Alternative

94.2% Match

Simply White

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Whisper White

Behr (HDC-MD-08)

$48/gal

💰 Saves $46 per gallon

49% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.67

LRV Comparison:89.5 vs 86

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Simply White Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Pure White	SW 7005	93.3%	1.88	$82	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Wimborne White	No. 239	91.4%	2.31	$145	View Specs
Behr	White Flour	OR-W15	98.7%	0.51	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Silos White	JG-02	97.5%	0.95	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Cozy White	7002-5	93.3%	1.87	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Simply White

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Benjamin Moore Simply White. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Simply White in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Simply White

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Benjamin Moore Simply White?

The official hexadecimal color code is #F5F4EC. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 245, Green: 244, Blue: 236.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Simply White?

Simply White has an LRV of 89.5. Because its LRV is above 60, it reflects considerable natural daylight and works wonders in dimly lit, north-facing rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Simply White?

The closest budget alternative is Behr White Flour (OR-W15), scoring a 98.7% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $46 per gallon.