Like the brilliant clarity of freshly fallen snow on a sunlit morning, Benjamin Moore’s Super White drapes your space in pristine classiness.
This exceptional white outperforms ordinary neutrals, carrying a perfectly balanced tone that remains consistently crisp without ever feeling clinical or stark.
Super White creates a sanctuary of light—a bright, refined atmosphere that advances both mind and space.
Its remarkable clarity invites natural light to maximize across surfaces, maintaining its character throughout the day while changing your environment with sophisticated brightness.
More than just another white, Super White is an experience—one that brings the refreshing purity of nature’s most perfect canvas into your everyday environment.
It’s the ideal backdrop for contemporary minimalism and traditional spaces seeking refined brilliance.
Understanding Benjamin Moore’s Super White
Color Terminology
| PROPERTY | VALUE |
|---|---|
| LRV (Light Reflectance Value) | 87.36 |
| Color Category | Considered a true white (LRV above 85) |
| Comparison | Pure white: ~90 LRV, Black: ~0 LRV |
| RGB Value | Red: 243 Green: 244 Blue: 240 |
| Hex Code | #F3F3F0 |
Undertones:
- Super White has minimal undertones
- It’s a balanced white with a slight warm-to-neutral character
- Not a flat or one-dimensional white, but a refined, complex neutral with exceptional clarity
Psychology of True White Colors
True whites like Super White create a sense of spaciousness and timeless sophistication.
- Luminous quality: Offers brightness and visual expansion of spaces
- Balanced whites: Evoke cleanliness, precision, and modern elegance
- Benefits: More refined than stark whites, adds constructive presence to spaces, create a pristine backdrop for both colorful elements and subtle details
Super White provides the perfect balance for those seeking a considerable white that isn’t too clinical or overwhelming.
Its minimal undertones make it particularly versatile in spaces with varying exposures, where it helps maximize brightness while contributing a sense of refined clarity.
Why Choose this Color?
1. Key Features
Benjamin Moore Super White offers exceptional versatility across different lighting conditions. It maintains its crisp clarity in dim spaces while creating a bright, refined atmosphere in rooms with varied natural light.
Its timeless neutral quality provides a sophisticated backdrop that complements both colorful elements and constructive details without appearing overly stark or clinical.
2. Adaptability
Benjamin Moore Super White demonstrates remarkable adaptability with existing elements like dark-colored furniture and statement pieces, creating harmonious contrast between spaces.
It provides enough brightness to feel substantial and refined while maintaining a sophisticated, enduring quality that won’t quickly date your interior design choices.
This versatile white works equally well as an all-over color for creating bright, constructive environments or as a complementary element to more saturated accent walls.
3. Durability
Benjamin Moore Super White, particularly in premium finishes like Aura or Regal Select, delivers outstanding durability with excellent coverage in both new and repainted areas.
Its pristine tone and balanced character maintain a refined appearance throughout your home while providing a forgiving surface for everyday living.
This paint resists staining and maintains color consistency even with regular cleaning when properly applied.
4. Texture Patterns
Benjamin Moore Super White creates a smooth, refined texture that adds subtle dimension to walls and constructive features.
Its exceptional brightness produces a stunning light play that improves moldings and adds visual interest to even simple walls.
When applied to different finishes, it can stylishly highlight constructive details while maintaining a consistent, sophisticated appearance throughout connected spaces.
Room-by-Room Color Recommendations with Super White
1. Living Spaces and Open Floor Plans
Super White works exceptionally well as an all-over color in open floor plans, creating a bright, cohesive space while maintaining a refined, timeless palette.
The 89.52 LRV of Super White provides a substantial, brightening feel that makes spaces appear more open and sophisticated without feeling clinical.
Use Super White to unify different areas in larger spaces while allowing colorful furnishings and artwork to stand out against its pristine backdrop.
2. Bedrooms and Relaxation Areas
Super White creates a bright, refined atmosphere in bedrooms that promotes serenity and elegance.
The balanced character of Super White evokes a sense of sophistication while creating a refined backdrop for colorful bedding and furniture of any style.
Consider using Super White on all walls to create a serene sanctuary that feels spacious and sophisticated without sacrificing warmth.
3. Kitchens
Super White in satin or semi-gloss finish on cabinets creates a bright, timeless element that pairs beautifully with darker islands or accent pieces.
The pristine clarity of Super White improves both dark countertop materials and metallic fixtures, making it adaptable to various kitchen styles, from contemporary to traditional elegance.
Super White upper and lower cabinets paired with a subtle accent wall create appealing harmony that brightens the kitchen while maintaining a refined, cohesive feel.
4. Bathrooms and Spa-like Retreats
Benjamin Moore Super White creates a bright, refined atmosphere in bathrooms. Its pristine clarity establishes a sense of cleanliness while complementing chrome and nickel fixtures.
This versatile shade pairs beautifully with both modern and traditional fixtures, marble, and natural wood, creating a timeless, refined retreat that feels both stylish and inviting.
Use Super White on all walls in smaller bathrooms to create a sense of spaciousness without sacrificing character.
Super White Color Combinations
Super White is a pristine, refined white with minimal undertones. Its high Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 89.52 makes it a substantial, brightening foundation that adds openness and versatility to spaces while maintaining refined clarity.
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Complementary Trim Colors
- Chantilly Lace (BM OC-65) – A bright white with the slightest cool undertone
- Simply White (BM OC-117) – A soft white with subtle warm undertones
- White Dove (BM OC-17) – A soft white that balances with Super White’s brightness
- Cloud White (BM OC-130) – A versatile soft white that complements Super White’s clean quality
Coordinating Wall Colors
- Stonington Gray (BM HC-170) – A light, cool gray that adds depth while complementing Super White
- Gray Owl (BM OC-52) – A versatile light gray that creates a balanced, cohesive palette
- Pale Oak (BM OC-20) – A light taupe that echoes warmth while allowing Super White to shine
- Silver Satin (BM OC-26) – A soft, barely-there gray that creates serene harmony with Super White
Accent Colors
- Hale Navy (BM HC-154) – A deep navy that creates a dramatic contrast with Super White’s brightness
- Kendall Charcoal (BM HC-166) – A rich charcoal that provides a sophisticated contrast to Super White
- Wrought Iron (BM 2124-10) – A soft black that balances the brightness in a compatible palette
- Breath of Fresh Air (BM 806) – A light blue that complements Super White’s crisp quality
Coordinating with Furniture and Decor
1. Wood Tones
Super White pairs beautifully with a wide range of wood tones, offering different sophisticated effects. Dark walnut, ebony, and mahogany create a dramatic contrast against Super White’s bright backdrop.
Medium wood tones like oak provide complementary warmth that balances Super White’s bright character.
For a more contemporary look, light blonde woods create subtle harmony, highlighting Super White’s clean quality and creating a refined modern aesthetic.
Natural, unstained wood creates organic contrast that improves Super White’s pristine clarity and richness.
2. Metals
Chrome, nickel, and stainless steel hardware improve Super White’s clean undertones and create a modern, sophisticated look.
Matte black fixtures create a dramatic contrast that emphasizes Super White’s brightness. While Super White works beautifully with cool metals, brass, and gold accents create a vibrant tension between warm and cool elements. Opt for brushed or satin finishes for a more refined pairing.
Copper and bronze finishes provide a stylish, timeless combination that complements Super White’s distinguished character with warming contrast.
3. Decor
Natural fibers like linen, cotton, and wool in bold or neutral tones create textural interest against Super White walls while providing necessary contrast.
Colorful accents in navy, emerald, and charcoal offer a striking contrast against the bright backdrop.
Glass, ceramic, and stone elements add weight and prevent Super White from feeling too ethereal in spaces with abundant natural light.
Introducing natural elements with varied textures—like rattan, jute, or wool—reinforces the organic balance inherent in this versatile white while adding tactile interest.
Similar Paint Colors: Perfect Alternative to Super White
Super White vs. Chantilly Lace
Super White (Benjamin Moore OC-152)
- A balanced white with minimal undertones
- High LRV (Light Reflectance Value) that creates bright, refined spaces
- Works well in contemporary, traditional, or minimalist interiors
- Best for spaces where you want a substantial, pristine brightness
Chantilly Lace (Benjamin Moore OC-65)
- A versatile bright white with the slightest cool undertone
- Very high LRV (around 90) that creates a bright, adaptable backdrop
- It contains minimal cool undertones that create a more contemporary atmosphere
- Popular for creating clean, welcoming environments that work with many design styles
A Few Key Differences
- Super White has more balanced undertones, while Chantilly Lace has slightly cooler undertones.
- Super White appears slightly warmer in most lighting conditions
- Super White creates more balanced brightness, while Chantilly Lace is more versatile and crisp
- They serve similar roles in design – both as bright whites with slightly different character and undertones
Final Thoughts
Super White outperforms trends, signifying the perfect balance between brightness and refinement that makes it a perennial favorite among designers and homeowners seeking cultivated, raised spaces.
Its remarkable clarity allows it to adapt effortlessly to changing styles and seasonal accents, ensuring longevity in your design choices.
Whether maximizing your walls in daylight or creating a canvas for dramatic contrasts, Super White delivers a timeless quality that both promotes and brightens a space.
In choosing this exceptional shade, you’re not simply selecting a color—you’re adopting a design philosophy that values clarity, intricacy, and enduring beauty in the spaces we call home.
