Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis96.9% Match SimilaritySave $42 / Gallon
Benjamin Moore White Dove
vs Magnolia Home Silos White
Looking for a cheap equivalent to White Dove (OC-17)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 1.18
Original (premium)$94/gal
White Dove
Benjamin Moore (OC-17)
HEX: #EFEFE8 โข LRV: 83.2
Budget Dupe (budget)$52/gal
Silos White
Magnolia Home (JG-02)
HEX: #F4F3ED โข LRV: 88
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 4.8%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $42/gal (45%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Benjamin Moore White Dove | Magnolia Home Silos White | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #EFEFE8 | #F4F3ED | ΔE 1.18 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 239, 239, 232 | 244, 243, 237 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 83.2% | 88% | Only 4.8% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Creamy White, Gentle Gray, Soft Warmth | Clean Off-White, Subtle Gray Cast, Modern Farmhouse | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $94 | $52 | Save $42/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $940 | $520 | Save $420 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Magnolia Home Marquee/Premium tinted to Silos White (JG-02). This is a verified match for Benjamin Moore White Dove (OC-17)."