Need a Bright White Paint?

It is likely that until it was time to select a white paint color for your interiors, exterior, trim, cabinets, walls, ceilings or windows, you didn’t know the wide range of options. Even when you have decided on a cool bright white paint, there are oodles to sift through! They all have varying undertones and qualities to consider so hopefully these ideas help you narrow down a few. Make sure to sample at least a handful to compare them side by side in your uniquely lit space.

Chantilly Lace in a modern farmhouse bedroom - @farmcasadecastro — farmcasadecastro – **BM Chantilly Lace**

Bright White Paint Colors to Sample

For a more in depth guide for selecting the perfect white for your project, be sure to SEE THIS.

1. Sample This White: Benjamin Moore WHITE DOVE OC-17

What if you really don’t have a clue where to begin? Here’s a trustworthy contender that designers have trusted for decades. Start with a sample of WHITE DOVE.

BM White Dove on a gorgeous brick house exterior with arched entry - @dianarosespier. #bmwhitedove — Bright white paint: Diana Rose Spier – **BM White Dove OC-17**

What will you be getting with White Dove? A very clean, classic, and versatile off white for ceilings, walls, shiplap, window trim, doors, and exterior projects. White Dove is going to reflect a good amount of light since the light reflectance (LRV) is 83.16.

Gorgeous floating shelves and white shiplap painted White Dove in a designer's Atlanta kitchen - Sherry Hart. #floatingshelves #whitekitchen #whitedovepaint #benjaminmoorewhitedove #shiplap — **White Dove OC-17** (Benjamin Moore) in a kitchen by Sherry Hart.

2. CHANTILLY LACE – Benjamin Moore OC-65

Another great white to sample is BM Chantilly Lace here (and sampling these days is so dang easy with peel and stick!).

Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace paint color on walls of bathroom - Saltbox Collective. #benjaminmoore #chantillylace #bestwhites #paintcolors #whitepaint #interiordesign — Beautiful bathroom with **Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace** Saltbox Collective

When you see different white paint samples, you’ll immediately understand why it helps to have multiple options. Chantilly Lace is going to look a lot different when it is side by side by other whites.

Beautiful traditional house exterior painted Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace - Gathered Group. #benjaminmoore #chantillylace #whitepaint #paintcolors #exteriorcolors #houseexteriors — Charming house exterior painted **BM Chantilly Lace** OC-65 Gathered Group. Also see THIS POST with more white house exteriors.

Benjamin Moore calls Chantilly Lace a classic go-to white that elicits images of fresh cotton and pure silk. Other neutrals this white will match? BM OC-151 (a favorite I have used and detailed HERE), BM Horizon, BM Seapearl, and BM Edgecomb Gray.

Chantilly Lace by Benjamin Moore white paint on nursery walls - Jillian Harris. #benjaminmoore #chantillylace #whitepaint #paintcolors #bestwhites #nursery — Darling white nursery with **Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace** Jillian Harris. Best and Brightest White…in case you’re searching for paint color ideas.

Will Chantilly Lace be too bright of a white?

Bright white walls in living room are Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace - Jacquelyn Clark. #bestwhites #benjaminmoore #chantillylace #paintcolors #livingroom — Bright white paint in living space: Benjamin Moore White Dove and is by Laine & Layne

This baby is super bright with its light reflectance value (LRV) of 90.04.

Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace on kitchen walls - Decorpad. #whitepaint #paintcolors #benjaminmoore #chantillylace #bestwhites — Classic white kitchen painted **Chantilly Lace** – Decorpad

You may recall that this LRV number is the percentage of light that gets reflected back. In the case of this color, more than 90%!

Elegant white farmhouse kitchen with Benjamin Moore Repose Grey cabinets, subway tile, gold accents, and reclaimed barn wood. Design: Finding Lovely. Wall color: Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace. #paintcolors #bestwhites #interiordesign — Breathtaking kitchen painted **Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace** – Finding Lovely. Best and Brightest White…in case you’re searching for paint color ideas.

That’s a whole lotta light and maybe why this neutral color was having a such a moment when modern farmhouse interiors were at their height. Most designers would deem Chantilly Lace too light for exteriors. Typically you’ll want to look at whites with a LRV of 80 or below so it’s not a blinding curb appeal look.

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3. SW EXTRA WHITE 7006

You can find a sample of SW Extra White right here in order to compare it with other whites as you search for the perfect white for your specific room or facade.

Sherwin Williams Extra White paint on trim in gorgeous modern farmhouse entry - Chrissy Marie Blog. #sherwinwilliams #extrawhite #brightwhitepaint #paintcolors #whitepaint #bestwhites #interiordesign — Modern farmhouse bright white paint in entry: **Sherwin-Williams 7006 Extra White** – Chrissy Marie Blog

In terms of maximum reflectance, Extra White is not messin’ around. The light reflectance value (LRV) is 86. Hence, it’s a bit less reflective than Chantilly Lace, yet still stays bright white.

Gorgeous modern farmhouse with white brick painted Sherwin Williams Extra White - Chrissy Marie Blog. #sherwinwilliams #extrawhite #houseexterior #whitepaints #paintcolors #modernfarmhouse #exteriorcolors #housecolors — Gorgeous modern farmhouse exterior with bright white paint on brick: **SW Extra White** (Chrissy Marie Blog)

Notice how brilliant Extra White is on the facade above. It’s an off white that feels clean and vibrant.

Sherwin Williams Extra White paint color on walls in girls bedroom. Pink paint is Valspar Sweet Pastel - Chrissy Marie Blog. #sherwinwilliamsextrawhite #paintcolors #bestwhites #valsparsweetpastel #pinkwalls #interiordesign #bedroomdecor — Serene bedroom with bunks and **Sherwin Williams Extra White** (Chrissy Marie Blog). Best and Brightest White…in case you’re searching for paint color ideas.

While this option is an off white, you can see how it isn’t as warm as the white of the bunks in the kids room above. It’s always a more casual and inviting mix when you mix different whites.

Happen to be seeking a white specifically for shiplap or tongue and groove panels? Here are some examples to determine whether Extra White may be worth sampling.

Sherwin Williams Extra White paint on shiplap - Building Colwyn Bay. #sherwinwilliams #extrawhite #bestwhites #paintcolors #whitepaint — Shiplap painted **Sherwin Williams Extra White** – Building Colwyn Bay.

A caution: don’t get attached to a particular paint color based on the name of the color. Extra White may strike you as maybe being the whitest of all these whites…yes?

Sherwin Williams Extra White paint color on modern farmhouse exterior - The White House on Pine Ridge. #whitepaint #paintcolors #sherwinwilliamsextrawhite #houseexteriors — Newly built modern farmhouse exterior painted **Extra White** – The White House on Pine Ridge. Start by sampling these tried and true white colors…Best and Brightest White paint color ideas.

Yet it is not. So LRV is information that equips you to compare and know which samples to order. Sample at least three different white colors (live with them, watch them in different light through the day, and note undertones between the samples).

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4. BM CHINA WHITE OC-141

You can check out China White easily by ordering a paint sample HERE.

Shiplap painted Benjamin Moore China White in a stunning kitchen by Tracery Interiors. #benjaminmoore #chinawhite #bestwhites #paintcolors #kitchendeor #shiplap — Stunning kitchen with shiplap painted **Benjamin Moore China White** Tracery Interiors

The brand calls China White a color with cool gray undertones to freshen up this shade of white. When you’re specifically looking for a bright white, it’s important to be aware of what color undertones are present. Those tones will influence the perception of the color.

Kitchen walls painted Benjamin Moore China White - Kelly McGuill. #benjaminmoorechinawhite #whitepaint #paintcolors #bestwhites — Bright white kitchen cabinets painted **China White** – Kelly MGuill Home.

Blue undertones in a white may actually appear light icy blue in your space, depending on your eye and lighting. Since China White has grey undertones, with low natural light, the color may appear grey to your eyes. This may be a great thing! Grays are classic, neutral and so easy to live with.

BM China White on kitchen cabinets in a lovely cottage kitchen with grey walls and black accents - Mavenhaven. #bmchinawhite — MavenHaven – BM China White painted kitchen cabinets

With its LRV of 76.43, China White is not a blinding sort of color for an exterior.

Modern farmhouse exterior painted Benjamin Moore China White - Rodolfo Castro - Atlanta Homes. #benjaminmoore #chinawhite #whitepaint #paintcolors #houseexteriors #whitehouses — A lovely home exterior painted **BM China White**; Atlanta Homes.

That said, be sure you take your time sampling white paint samples for your siding, brick, or exterior. You may be surprised to notice how light grey colors, for example, are warmed and washed out in the sunlight so they appear white.

Modern farmhouse entry with dutch door and shiplap painted Benjamin Moore China White - Amy D Morris Interiors. #whitepaint #bestwhites #paintcolors #benjaminmoorechinawhite #entry #shiplap — Charming Dutch door in an entry with shiplap painted **Benjamin Moore China White**; Amy D. Morris Interiors…hello lovely indeed.

Watch how the color samples change from morning to night.

BM China White painted porch with navy blue ornamental mirror - @alicia_slayton. — **China White** on a porch – @alicia_slayton

China White works well with Benjamin Moore colors such as Collingwood, Vintage Vogue, Chantilly Lace, and Guest House.

Shiplap painted Benjamin Moore China White in a stunning kitchen with sliding library ladder by Tracery Interiors. #benjaminmoore #chinawhite #bestwhites #paintcolors #kitchendeor #shiplap — Shiplap painted **BM China White** – *Tracery Interiors*

Is China White going to be perfect for your china cabinet? It is likely so!

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5. Sherwin-Williams PURE WHITE 7005

Be cautious about reviewing details for Sherwin Williams Pure White since Benjamin Moore also has a color called Pure White.

Sherwin Williams Pure White paint color on walls in entry -Life on Summer Hill. #sherwinwilliams #purewhite #paintcolors #bestwhites #whitepaint #interiordesign — Bright white entry with **Sherwin-Williams Pure White** (Life on Summer Hill).

The best way to know if it’s right? Try a sample of SW Pure White HERE.

Pure White from Sherwin Williams on walls in beautiful modern farmhouse great room - Theverestplace. #whitepaint #sherwinwilliamspurewhite #paintcolors #bestwhites — Light filled great room painted **SW Pure White 7005** – theverestplace

Sherwin Williams tells us this bright white has the slightest yellow undertone to keep it from appearing too sterile. Use Pure White for trim for the perfect complement.

Bright white walls (Sherwin Williams Pure White) and black cabinets in a lovely kitchen by House of Silver Lining. #sherwinwilliamspurewhite #whitepaint #paintcolors #bestwhite — Black and white kitchen with walls painted Sherwin Williams Pure White – The House of Silver Lining

It’s okay to buy a sample pot if you have had good results that way, but there are new and easier ways now. Order peel and stick samples with Samplize and they will arrive in your mailbox or on your doorstep.

Pure White (Sherwin Williams) bright white paint color in a beautiful modern farmhouse hall - Kate Marker. #sherwinwilliamspurewhite #paintcolors #bestwhites #interiordesign — Magnificent hall painted **SW 7005 Pure White** – Kate Marker

It’s interesting to note how yellow undertones aren’t easily detected in online photos of Pure White. Its LRV is 84 so it will reflect much more light than China White.

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6. Benjamin Moore DECORATOR’S WHITE CC-20

Sample Decorator’s White HERE.

Benjamin Moore Decorators White on cabinet in a beautiful kitchen with blue Lacanche range - Elizabeth Walker Raith. #benjaminmoore #decoratorswhite #paintcolors #whitepaint #bestwhites #kitchendecor #modernfarmhousekitchen — Beautiful kitchen with blue range and Benjamin Moore Decorators White – Elizabeth Walker Raith

BM writes “A touch of cool gray gives this go-to white sleek, stylish appeal” With its gray undertones, it’s going to be cooler than say Pure White.

White cabinets painted Benjamin Moore Deorators White - Design Manifest. #benjaminmooredeoratorswhite #whitepaints #paintcolors #interiordesign #bestwhites — White cabinets painted **Decorator’s White** – Design Manifest

The LRV for Decorator’s White (light reflectance value) is 82.68. Perhaps it is why so many designers and homeowners choose this as a trusted bright white. If you’re after a clear, clean, cool, gallery-like white that remains cool without feeling blinding (like a white primer!), this may be your white.

Decorators White (Benjamin Moore) painted walls in a kitchen by Susan Vaughn Designs. #benjaminmooredecoratorswhite #bestwhitepaint #paintcolors #decoratorswhite — Kitchen walls painted **Decorators White** – Susan Vaughn Designs

Decorator’s White will look great with Oxford White, Raindance, Chantilly Lace, and Blue Note from Benjamin Moore.

Decorators White (Benjamin Moore in a beautiful kitchen with blue island - This Old House. #decoratorswhite #benjaminmooredecoratorswhite #bestwhites #paintcolors — In a kitchen painted **Benjamin Moore Decorators White** – This Old House.

Isn’t this white beautiful with the cheerful blue in the kitchen above?

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7. Benjamin Moore WHITE OC-151

You could definitely say I have some history with OC-151 (known simply as WHITE). Sample it HERE.

Hello Lovely's open floor plan with living room, dining, kitchen, and hall - painted BM OC-151. #bmwhiteoc151 #whitepaintcolors — **OC-151** – Hello Lovely Studio…psst, shop my home RIGHT HERE.

I loved it enough to paint all of our interiors this hue in our former home.

Benjamin Moore White paint color on cottage kitchen Palmetto Bluff by Lisa Furey. #benjaminmoorewhite #paintcolors #whitepaint #bestwhites #kitchendecor — Cabinets and walls painted **Benjamin Moore White OC-151**; Lisa Furey Interiors

Interior designer Lisa Furey also trusted this white for all of the interiors AND exteriors at a three building coastal compound!

Board and batten coastal cottage in Palmetto Bluff with modern farmhouse interior design by Lisa Furey. — Gorgeous board and batten cottage exterior painted **BM OC-151**; Lisa Furey. Help finding the best white for your walls as well as cabinets.

OC-151 definitely has blue undertones so if you have limited natural light, you may more easily notice the blue. Not a bad thing unless you hate cool blues.

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1. Turkish Towels

2. Coconut Milk Bath Soak

3. Dry Brush Body Brush

4. Stool

5. Vintage Ironstone Pitcher

6. Fresh Roses!

7. Paint Color

Should you need suggestions for a neutral exterior paint, check out ideas in THIS.

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No idea which white paint color was selected for this $14M New York apartment, Decorator’s White would be a good guess. It is cool and seems to have grey undertones.

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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