Ref. #F6F7EC · 2145-70
Cotton Balls
89%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cotton Balls Technical Profile
What color is Cotton Balls? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #F6F7EC. Colors similar to Cotton Balls include Behr Resort White, Behr Mirage White, Dutch Boy Tulle White. Cotton Balls has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 89, Cotton Balls reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Cotton Balls reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Cotton Balls
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cotton Balls
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cotton Balls
#F6F7EC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cotton Balls
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cotton Balls Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Cotton Balls.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cotton Balls — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cotton Balls have?
Cotton Balls by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Cotton Balls from other brands?
The closest matches are Resort White by Behr (#F7F7EC), Mirage White by Behr (#F8F9ED), Tulle White by Dutch Boy (#F8F8EC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cotton Balls?
Cotton Balls has an LRV of 89.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cotton Balls's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.