Arctic Cotton 1002-2 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E6E3DF, LRV 77 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is A la Mode from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E6E3DF · 1002-2
Arctic Cotton
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Arctic Cotton Technical Profile
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Arctic Cotton in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Arctic Cotton in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGArctic Cotton
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreA la Mode
A la Mode
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
White Opal
Behr
Nearly identical
Heirloom Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ghosted
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Snowflake Confetti
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dove's Wing
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Strong White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Faded Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lambs Ear
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dove White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Imagine .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arctic Cotton
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arctic Cotton
#E6E3DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arctic Cotton
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arctic Cotton 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Arctic Cotton.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Arctic Cotton — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arctic Cotton have?
Arctic Cotton by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Arctic Cotton in your own space before committing.
What colors match Arctic Cotton from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arctic Cotton are A la Mode by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), White Opal by Behr (a near-identical match), Fading Fog by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Arctic Cotton's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Arctic Cotton?
Arctic Cotton has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Arctic Cotton's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.