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Benjamin MooreOC-117

Simply White

Simply White is a bright and airy White from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. Below, you'll find 41 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#F6F6ED

LRV

89.52

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Light Reflectance Value
89.52
Light
TemperatureWarm
Tone
BrightTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior
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Simply White in Real Rooms

Simply White has a high LRV of 89.52 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, house, bedroom, living room, kitchen cabinets, kitchen and misc.

6 Bathroom Photos

The interaction between Simply White and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.

Benjamin Moore Simply White bathroom paint review

Bathroom vanity and fixtures gleam against Simply White walls.

@jaredspaintinghamilton

4 House Photos

On a traditional or historic home, Simply White acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

Oc-117 House Exterior Paint

Front door and shutters stand out against a Simply White exterior.

@livingwithlady

Benjamin Moore Simply White House Exterior Paint

Brick chimney creates contrast with Simply White house siding.

@goinstobuild

Bm Simply White House Exterior

Covered porch and dark shutters accent a Simply White facade.

@fishtailcottage

Simply White House Exterior

Columned entryway is framed by Simply White exterior walls.

@keepingupwiththekolanowskis

5 Bedroom Photos

Pairing Simply White with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.

Simply White Bedroom Walls

Soft bedding complements walls painted in Simply White throughout.

@renovating.no.32

Bm Simply White Bedroom

Window treatments and flooring harmonize with Simply White bedroom walls.

@stephanie.sarah.home

Oc-117 Bedroom

Wooden furniture pieces warm up a Simply White bedroom.

@indoorwife

Oc-117 Bedroom

Accent wall in Simply White brightens this cozy bedroom corner.

@thebeckerhouse__

Benjamin Moore Simply White Bedroom

Ceiling beams define the space against Simply White bedroom walls.

@juliawellshome

17 Living Room Photos

There is a specific "glow" that Simply White takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

Benjamin Moore Simply White Living Room Fireplace

A fireplace wall painted in Simply White creates a clean, sophisticated focal point.

@stephanie.sarah.home

3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Choosing Simply White for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."

Bm Simply White Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets in Simply White offer timeless elegance and clean lines.

@kennebec_co

Simply White Kitchen Cabinets

Cabinetry painted Simply White keeps the kitchen feeling open and bright.

@bloomsburykitchens

Benjamin Moore Simply White Kitchen Cabinets

White kitchen cabinets in Simply White coordinate beautifully with modern countertops.

@for.home_love

1 Kitchen Photo

On kitchen walls, Simply White adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding too much attention in a busy space. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz or marble, making it an incredibly flexible choice for the hardest-working and most high-traffic room in the house.

Simply White Kitchen

Kitchen walls in Simply White complement both traditional and contemporary design styles.

@womenpainting

5 Misc Photos

Simply White shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

Oc-117 Interior

Walls finished in this crisp white create a calm, inviting atmosphere.

@stephanie.sarah.home

Oc-117 Wall Paint

This bright white paint on walls maintains consistent color throughout open spaces.

@amberscottdesign

Simply White Wall Paint

Wall paint in Simply White serves as the perfect neutral base layer.

@thepainter.official

Oc-117 Painted Storage

Storage cabinet painted in Simply White provides fresh, minimalist organization.

@kiahspraying

Simply White Painted Dresser

Dresser finished in Simply White complements any bedroom aesthetic.

@studiohousedressing

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Color Codes

HEX#F6F6ED
RGB246, 246, 237
HSL60° 33% 95%
CMYK0 0 4 4
CIE LabL: 96.7 a: -1.6 b: 4.3
XYZX: 0.86 Y: 0.92 Z: 0.93
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