Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17

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Classic and timeless, Benjamin Moore White Dove is a white paint color that exudes elegance.

I’m rather excited to get into today’s paint color. It’s a color that is super popular (all over Pinterest), and it’s known to be a designer’s favorite. I’m also fairly certain I receive the most questions about this particular Benjamin Moore paint color.

So, what color are we taking a deep dive into today?

White Dove OC-17 – Benjamin Moore

You may be thinking, ah yes, just another white paint color. What makes this one so different? Aren’t all white paint colors the same?

Sure, it may seem like all white paint colors look the same; however, they do not. Whites fall into different categories, including warm whites, cool whites, and true whites.

So, with that being said, White Dove is not just another white paint color. Benjamin Moore describes it perfectly.

The unerring style defines this classic, softly shaded white. Light and luminous, it is a favorite choice for moldings and trim.

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There is much more than meets the eye with BM White Dove. Lucky for you, I am going to get down and dirty with all the details of this crowd-pleaser. Let’s get into it, shall we?

STATS

White Dove OC-17 is also known as White Dove PM-19. What do those numbers even mean? They are there telling you about the color collection. So, OC is the Off-White Collection, and PM is The Premium Mix Collection.

White Dove has an LRV of 85.38. That’s high up on the scale, and it’s to be expected because it’s a white paint color. If you forgot what LRV or Light Reflectance Value is, to sum it up, it’s a measurement commonly used by design professionals that measures the amount of light reflected from a surface. LRVs range from 0-100, with 100 being pure white and 0 being absolute black. Basically, higher numbers reflect more light and lower numbers do the opposite, they absorb light.

According to encycolorpedia.com

• The hexadecimal color code #f0efe6
• In the RGB color model #f0efe6 is comprised of 94.12% red, 93.73% green and 90.2% blue.

WHAT COLOR IS WHITE DOVE

Benjamin Moore White Dove is a soft, slightly creamy, off-white paint color. When it comes to white paint colors, White Dove is rather neutral. By neutral, I mean it is not super warm or cool, and it’s not a true white.

I know at first glance it looks like a regular old white paint color. However, there is much more to it than meets the eye.

IS BENJAMIN MOORE WHITE DOVE TOO YELLOW?

Nope, White Dove is not too yellow, nor is it really yellow-looking at all. It is more of a creamy off-white that has a touch of grey in it to prevent it from looking yellow. It does have yellow in it, which provides it with that warmth you see. However, it’s extremely important to sample it where you plan on painting it. Everyone’s home and lighting are different, so depending on your particular situation, it may appear yellower than it would be in someone else’s home.

READ MORE: HOW TO TEST PAINT SAMPLES IN YOUR HOME

IS WHITE DOVE TOO WHITE?

No, I wouldn’t consider BM White Dove to be too white. As we just learned, there is a bit of gray in it, which keeps it from being overly stark. A great way to see how it’s not too white is to compare it to Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace.

IS WHITE DOVE WARM OR COOL WHITE?

Benjamin Moore White Dove is a warmer white rather than a cool one. That being said, it’s not overly warm or yellow-like. And it’s certainly not an icy, stark white. It has a great balance of warm and cool tones in it.

WHAT UNDERTONES DOES WHITE DOVE HAVE?

BM White Dove has greige undertones. We already know that this is a warm white paint color. That warmth comes from the bit of yellow in it. Now, the thing that keeps it from looking too yellow is a tiny bit of gray. That tiny bit of gray helps balance out the warmth of the yellow.

Remember to test your paint colors so you can see what the paint color will look like in your space.

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WHERE CAN YOU USE THE FANTASTIC BENJAMIN MOORE WHITE PAINT COLOR?

This is a perfect white paint color to use almost anywhere. It’s not overly stark white, yet at the same time, it’s not excessively warm, which makes it the ideal paint white paint color to use in an array of spaces.

• Kitchen & Kitchen Cabinets
• Interior Walls
• Trim & Moldings
• Exterior
• Ceiling
• Shiplap

You name it, you can paint it.

USE WHITE DOVE IN THE KITCHEN

PAINT YOUR WALLS WHITE BM WHITE DOVE

WHAT TRIM COLOR GOES WITH WHITE DOVE WALLS?

Another fantastic trim color option is a color like BM Classic Gray OC-23. White Dove will work well with a light gray paint color with a subtle warmth to it.

If you want to go a bit bolder with your trim color, opt for a black paint color like SW Tricorn Black. This will create a ton of contrast.

I also have to note that WD works as a gorgeous complementary color that goes with light wood.

READ MORE: THE 8 BEST WHITE PAINT COLORS FOR TRIM AND DOORS

USE IT ON THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR HOME

PAINT YOUR CEILINGS WHITE DOVE OC-17

Ceilings tend to be an afterthought for many people. We are always so focused on choosing the right paint color that everything else is thrown on the back burner. Let’s not deprive those ceilings of looking their best.

Enter White Dove. I know it’s a white paint color, but as we have already discussed, not all white paint colors are created equally. Most of the time, ceilings are white, so why not thoughtfully choose a white that will complement your wall color? That being said, it would be a great ceiling paint color option, especially with paint colors like Coventry Gray, Agreeable Gray, Repose Gray, and Revere Pewter.

PAIR WITH HONEY OAK WOOD

Honey oak is a wood color that tends to throw everyone off when it comes to creating a color palette. I’m here to give you good news. If you are struggling with this, it is an amazing white paint color to go with honey oak. The warmth of the color works wonderfully with honey oak.

IS WHITE DOVE A GOOD TRIM COLOR?

Absolutely, White Dove is an exceptional trim color.

For wall colors that are leaning on the warmer side, it is the perfect trim color option. The slight warmth in it coordinates perfectly with warm tones.

White Dove can also work with some cooler-toned paint colors as well. As we learned, it’s not a yellow-y white, it’s more creamy. So, it is possible to work with those cool tones without looking off.

READ MORE: THE BEST WHITE PAINT COLORS FOR TRIM

WHAT IS SHERWIN WILLIAMS EQUIVALENT TO WHITE DOVE?

The closest Sherwin Williams equivalent to White Dove would be SW Alabaster or SW Snowbound. Now, these colors are similar, but they aren’t exact dupes.

Of course, you know will be similarities in colors between paint brands like Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams. Sometimes, the colors are almost identical to one another, and other times, they share a mere resemblance.

Each paint brand uses its own color system when mixing paint, so there are bound to be differences between all brands.

Now, in terms of Benjamin Moore’s White Dove, I wouldn’t say there is a Sherwin Williams equivalent. There are a few colors similar to WD. Ones you can consider more as siblings rather than twins.

If you prefer Sherwin Williams, you can ask them to mix White Dove. However, you have to keep in mind the color systems are different, and the color may not be 100% accurate. If you do decide to do this, make sure you sample the color first.

BM WHITE DOVE VS SW PURE WHITE

Now let’s compare Sherwin Williams Pure White and Ben Moore’s White Dove.

• SW Pure White has an LRV of 84, which is a hair less than White Dove’s LRV of 85.38. 
• White Dove has more warmth and is a little softer than Pure White. Pure white is a bit closer to a true white.
• Pure white only has a very small amount of yellow in it, which gives it the tiniest amount of warmth in it. It also has some black/gray which helps balance out the warmth.

Out of these two particular colors, Sherwin Williams Pure White is closer to white and has less warmth in it.

READ MORE: A FULL REVIEW- SHERWIN WILLIAMS PURE WHITE

WHITE DOVE VS SIMPLY WHITE

I’m always getting questions regarding the comparison between BM Simply White and White Dove. So, what’s the difference between White Dove and Simply White?

• Simply White has an LRV of 91.7 Which is a bit lighter than White Dove’s LRV of 85.38
• Compared to White Dove, Simply White is a little cleaner and crisper.
• Simply white has a hint of warmth, just like White Dove.
• Simply White also has some yellow in it and that is what is giving its ever-so-subtle warmth.
• White Dove and Simply White work well together because of the slightest warmth they both have in them.

When it comes down to it, Both White Dove and Simply White are awesome white paint colors. Both have a good balance of warm and cool in them that makes them great choices for walls, trim, etc.

WHITE DOVE VS SWISS COFFEE

For the final comparison, let’s talk about Benjamin Moore White Dove and Swiss Coffee OC-45.

• Swiss Coffee has an LRV of 83.93, very close to White Dove’s 85.38.
• Swiss Coffee is also a part of Benjamin Moore’s Off-White Collection.
• White Dove is more white when compared to Swiss Coffee.
• Swiss Coffee has yellow and gray in it which gives it a warm yet airy presence. It’s warmer and creamier than White Dove.

Both Swiss Coffee and White Dove are fabulous off-white colors. When deciding between them, it comes down to whether or not you are looking for a white paint color that has more warmth and creaminess to it. If that’s what you are looking for, Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee is the winner.

READ MORE: SWISS COFFEE PAINT COLOR REVIEW

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Now is a good time to take a quick break to talk about paint samples!

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COORDINATING COLORS WITH BENJAMIN MOORE WHITE DOVE

We discussed paint colors similarly. Now let’s chat about the colors that coordinate or work well with White Dove.

It’s no surprise, but White Dove works well with a ton of colors. That’s a lot of colors!

Seriously though, because it is such a neutral white, it can work with just about any color. Let’s explore a few favorites.

• Revere Pewter
• Edgecomb Gray
• Agreeable Gray
• Thunder
• Accessible Beige
• Classic Gray
• Hale Navy
• Charcoal Slate
• Beach Glass

And let’s not forget black paint colors. You can never go wrong with the black-and-white color combination.

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FINAL THOUGHTS

In my opinion, White Dove is one, if not my favorite, white color from Benjamin Moore. The slight warmth, along with that hint of gray in it, makes it easy to work with and pair with many other colors.

Also, this creamy, neutral off-white paint color is the perfect backdrop to highlight any decor style. It lets the decor stand out as the star of the show, as well as permits you to easily switch up your decor without limitations.

That is why we end up suggesting this color to clients of ours. Especially when they are looking for the perfect white for trim and kitchen cabinets. The versatility of this color is just so appealing it’s no wonder it’s on Benjamin Moore’s bestseller list. 

Don’t forget, when it comes to paint colors it’s always a good idea to use large swatches like Samplize Peel & Stick Paint Samples where you intend to use the color. Lighting will change in the room so pay attention and be observant. You want to make sure you will love the color in every lighting situation.

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