Benjamin Moore Bone White: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect warm off-white paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Benjamin Moore Bone White and if it might be right for your home!

If you’re looking for a soft, easy paint color, off-white is a great place to start. It’s light, neutral, and works in almost any room. But not all off-whites are the same.

Some feel cold or flat. Others look yellow. Finding one that feels warm but still clean can take time. I’ve tested quite a few, and I always come back to the ones that feel cozy and natural.

Benjamin Moore Bone White is one of those shades. It’s warm, calm, and easy to work with. Let's learn more about this color in this post!

Benjamin Moore, Bone White, OC-143

Bone White is a warm off-white with subtle beige and yellow undertones. It brings a gentle, creamy warmth that’s easy on the eyes and easy to decorate with.

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Color Family

Bone White is in the white family.

Light Reflectance Value

72

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

Generally, anything with an LRV from 72-82 is considered off-white, with anything higher than 82 being true white.

With an LRV of 72, Bone White is a darker off-white paint color.

RGB Colors

R: 223 G: 208 B: 183

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#e7deca

Undertones

Bone White has warm beige and yellow undertones.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Bone White will look creamier and warmer.

In north-facing rooms without much natural light, Bone White will look more neutral/white while still looking creamy and warm.

Best uses

Bone White is versatile enough for almost any room. It’s neutral, warm, and not too dark.

If you want to use it as a whole house paint color, just know it’s a bit deeper than some popular go-to neutrals. You can always mix in lighter shades in other rooms for balance.

Consider it for:

• Living rooms
• Bedrooms
• Kitchens
• Bathrooms
• Home exterior
• Interior doors
• Cabinets
• Furniture

Similar Colors

If Bone White is close but not quite right, here are some other warm off-whites you might want to sample:

• Benjamin Moore French White
• Behr Ivory Paper
• Sherwin Williams Muslin White
• Benjamin Moore Natural Wicker
• Behr Ibis
• Sherwin Williams Antique White
• Benjamin Moore Pale Almond

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Coordinating Colors

Bone White pairs well with dusty, soft colors, including roses, grays, and blues. It also pairs well with darker colors (think blues and greens) or warm neutrals.

Dusty roses / pinks:

• Antique Rose
• Dusty Mauve
• Belladonna Lily
• Sharon Rose
• Soft Cranberry

Soft gray-greens:

• Sea Haze
• Fieldstone
• Gray Horse
• Gray Huskie
• Silver Song

Muted mid-toned blues:

• Van Courtland Blue
• Province Blue
• Jamestown Blue
• Water's Edge
• Amsterdam

Trim Colors

Bone White looks great with warm, soft whites for trim.

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

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FAQS

Got questions about Bone White? You’re not the only one.

Here are some of the most common things people ask about this soft, cozy shade.

Is Benjamin Moore Bone White warm or cool?

Bone White is definitely on the warm side. It has beige and yellow undertones that give it a soft, gentle warmth.

If you’re looking for something that feels cozy but still neutral, this is a great pick.

Is BM Bone White white or beige?

It’s technically a darker off-white, but it leans toward beige. In bright rooms, it looks creamy and warm. In darker spaces, it might read a little more beige or slightly muted, but it still keeps that soft, welcoming feel.

What is the undertone of Bone White?

Bone White has warm undertones, specifically beige with a touch of yellow.

It’s not too creamy or too golden, but you’ll notice that subtle warmth, especially in natural light.

Are BM Bone White and Natural Wicker the same color?

Yes! Benjamin Moore’s Bone White (OC-143) and Natural Wicker (OC-1) are actually the exact same color.

They just have different names depending on the collection. So if you see both, don’t worry, you’re looking at the same shade.

What is the RGB for BM Bone White?

The RGB for Bone White is: R: 223 G: 208 B: 183

That’s just the technical breakdown of how much red, green, and blue are in the color. In simple terms, the higher red and green give it that warm, creamy look.

What does Bone White go with?

There are so many ways to pair this shade. It looks beautiful with soft, dusty tones like:

• Antique Rose (a muted pink)
• Sea Haze (a calm gray-green)
• Van Courtland Blue (a muted blue)

It also works nicely with deeper tones. Try it with navy, forest green, or warm taupes. Bone White plays well with both bold and subtle colors, which makes it super versatile.

Thanks for reading!