Cotton Balls
Benjamin Moore · OC-122
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The Analysis
Cotton Balls is a high-LRV white, meaning it reflects over 91% of light to make even small, windowless rooms feel significantly larger and brighter. Because it is a neutral white, it eliminates the heavy shadows that darker tones create, effectively 'opening up' the walls.
This is a versatile workhorse color that functions best as a main wall shade or a trim/ceiling contrast. It acts as a blank canvas, allowing your furniture, art, and decor to take center stage without competing with the walls.
LRV 91History & Origin
This shade leans into the modern, clean-lined aesthetic favored in contemporary design. It avoids the yellow or gray 'period' undertones often found in older, historically-inspired paints, making it a staple for current renovations.
How to Use It
Use this in rooms where you want maximum brightness, like kitchens or home offices. It pairs effortlessly with natural light-toned woods like white oak, or sharp contrasts like matte black hardware for a structured, modern look.
The Mood
Living with this color feels clean, organized, and straightforward. It provides a neutral base that minimizes visual clutter, helping the room feel restful rather than overstimulating.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
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