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Benjamin Moore Capitol White CW-10

Capitol White

Benjamin Moore

CW-10

About Capitol White by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 88.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f5f2e5

RGB: 245, 242, 229

Hue49°

Saturation44%

Lightness93%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Capitol White from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Capitol White

Benjamin Moore

CW-10

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Capitol White looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Capitol White CW-10 a warm or cool color?
Capitol White by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Capitol White?
Capitol White sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 49°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Capitol White?
Brightness is about 89%. Saturation is around 44%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 93%. Hue is close to 49°. The hex value is #f5f2e5. The RGB value is 245, 242, 229.
Is Capitol White better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Capitol White has brightness around 89%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Capitol White?
You can match Capitol White with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Capitol White work best in a home?
Capitol White is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Capitol White compare to a pure white paint?
Capitol White is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Capitol White in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Capitol White

Benjamin Moore

CW-10

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Capitol White in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Capitol White

Benjamin Moore

CW-10

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Capitol White. They add contrast without clashing.

Capitol White

Benjamin Moore

CW-10

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Capitol White. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

MOTHER OF PEARL

Glidden

PPG1100-1

COMBED COTTON

Glidden

PPG1205-1

WHITE CHIP

Glidden

PPG15-06

Palais White

Behr

GR-W15