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Benjamin Moore White Dove is one of the most popular white paint colors on the market. This warm, white color continues to captivate admirers among both homeowners and designers. White Dove’s versatility is one of the reasons it is so well-loved. This color’s undertones make it suitable for a wide range of surfaces and settings.
It’s so versatile many call it a “whole-house” paint color.
All About Benjamin Moore White Dove
Benjamin Moore describes White Dove as a classic but softly shaded white. It is a warm white without veering into the cream or ivory categories. White Dove will appear white in many settings, especially in bright, sunlit rooms, but darker rooms cause the undertones of the color to become more pronounced.
This top-selling white paint color ranks among the top 10 Benjamin Moore paints overall. Its versatility has led design professionals to call it their go-to white paint color for the whole house.
Light Reflectance
Light Reflectance Value (LRV) measures how much light reflects from a particular surface. All paint colors have an LRV number, which can help you assess how light or dark a paint color will appear. The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of White Dove is 83.16. White Dove is considered white rather than off-white because it has an LRV above 82.
Warm Undertones
White Dove has very mild yellow undertones. This warm undertone is the main reason it is so versatile. At the same time, there is a bit of gray in White Dove Benjamin Moore that tempers the warmth of the yellow color.
South-facing rooms and daylight will highlight the warm yellow in White Dove. The yellow undertones will also appear more prominently next to the stark white. North facing light will make White Dove appear less yellow.
If you are curious about the undertones of a particular white, you can find the undertones more easily by looking at the darkest end of the paint strip. That color will indicate the strongest undertone.
Coordinating Colors
This Benjamin Moore paint color goes very well with light gray paint colors, such as Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist.
Other great choices are Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray and Sea Salt, as well as Benjamin Moore Cape Hatteras Sand.
Bold but muted shades are great if you’re looking for a stronger contrast. Some options include Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy, Charcoal Slate, Dark Olive, Black Onyx, and Herb Bouquet.
Ideas for Benjamin Moore’s White Dove
White Dove is one of Benjamin Moore’s best selling paint colors of all time. This is because it looks gorgeous on a variety of surfaces and suits many home styles.
Whole House Paint
This glorious entry has an open flow into the main living areas, all tied together with White Dove paint. It’s a perfect counterpoint to wood floors and accents.
White Dove All the Way
BM White Dove walls take center stage in the kitchen and the living area.
This white has plenty of warmth and works well paired with the rustic wood island, modern art, and metal lighting fixtures.
Classic Trim
Even though it’s not pure white, White Dove’s LRV makes it a popular choice for trim, especially in semi-gloss.
In this room, the paint is paired with Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter and accented with some vivid pink accessories.
Kitchen Cabinets
Traditional homes with an updated kitchen are ideal for White Dove.
These shaker-style cabinets are painted in this versatile color. The bright sunshine in this kitchen makes the paint appear like a much brighter white.
Custom Cabinetry
BM White Dove is a good paint color when you want to create a modern but timeless look as in this kitchen.
The mix of black countertops, gray elements and blue-ray island all work to complement the White Dove cabinets.
Mountain-Style Living Room
All-White Dove walls are the perfect match for the wood beams and furniture in a mountain-style living room. The clean, earthy look is calm and inviting.
Perfect Gray Pairing
White Dove is a popular trim color. This airy space has ample light reflected around the room and the BM White Dove highlights the wall color.
This color palette pairs a light gray wall with this amazing white color.
Classic Kitchen Cabinets
Design professionals gave this historic kitchen a major makeover and painted the cabinets in BM White Dove.
Light and cheery, the room is all white except for the black countertop and some touches of taupe in the baacksplash.
Bathroom Vanity
White Dove works just as well for a bathroom vanity cabinet as it does for walls. The color palette in this room brings out the warmer side of this shade.
Greige walls and marble tile are good neutral partners for this white color.
With a Pop of Color
White Dove is an ideal shade for bringing in other colors. This beach-side house adds a major pop of color to the cabinetry painted White Dove.
The striking cobalt stove and hood liven up the welcoming kitchen.
Exterior Trim Color
White Dove is also popular for exterior walls and trim.
This California house used Benjamin Moore White Dove exterior paint for the painted trim and shades of gray for the siding.
Furniture-Perfect White Paint Color
Painting furniture is another good use for White Dove.
The White Dove finish, paired with sophisticated brass hardware, gives a designer look to a pair of side tables
Stylish Storage
White Dove paint takes this wall of built-ins to the next level.
It works particularly well in a bedroom because it is not stark white. Instead, it has an underlying warmth that makes a bedroom feel more comfortable and inviting.
A Closet to Covet
Painting a closet Simply White is the standard, but White Dove is also a wonderful option. It is still a bright white, but it is softer and warmer.
The walls painted in rich navy blue behind the shelving create exciting contrast.
Open Plan Spaces
Choosing paint colors for an open plan area can be challenging, but opting for White Dove makes this decision an easy one.
It has a slight off-white look in this family room and pairs very well with the wood beams, flooring, and furniture.
Beverage Station
BM White Dove is good for the cabinetry when you want to paint it the same color as the walls.
This beverage corner is set for coffee and cocktails at any time, and the light, bright look of the color makes it cheerful for any time of day.
