Ultra White
Benjamin Moore · CC-10
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The Analysis
Ultra White acts as a high-clarity base that maximizes available light, making smaller or darker rooms feel significantly more open. With an LRV of 85.04, it reflects a high volume of light, effectively erasing shadows and brightening up tight corners.
This is a utility powerhouse used best as a backdrop for art, furniture, or architectural details. It functions equally well as a main wall colour for a gallery aesthetic or as a high-contrast trim to sharpen the edges of a room.
LRV 85History & Origin
While whites have always been used, this specific shade aligns with the modern, clinical, and gallery-style aesthetic that became popular in the late 20th century. It is the antithesis of the cream or yellow-tinted whites found in older, traditional homes.
How to Use It
Use this in kitchens or bathrooms where you want a sterile, hygienic feel, or pair it with warm wood tones to prevent the space from feeling too cold. It looks sharpest when paired with matte black hardware or polished chrome, which stand out clearly against the bright surface.
The Mood
Living with this colour feels crisp, orderly, and incredibly clean. It provides a neutral, high-energy background that helps you focus without the distraction of undertones, making it ideal for those who prefer an organized, uncluttered environment.
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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