There’s a certain kind of white that feels alive — not sterile, not cold, not flat — just genuinely warm and full of light. Cloud White OC-130 is exactly that kind of white.
I came across it years ago when I was helping redesign a small cottage-style bedroom, and the owner wanted something white but didn’t want it to feel like a hospital room. Cloud White was the answer, and I haven’t stopped talking about it since.
It belongs to Benjamin Moore’s Off-White collection, and I think that placement tells you a lot about its character. It’s not trying to be the brightest, purest white in the room. Instead, it carries a softness that makes spaces feel genuinely comfortable — the kind of white that looks like it belongs in a home rather than a showroom.
What really sets Cloud White apart is how it manages to feel both fresh and warm at the same time. Most whites lean one way or the other — either they go cool and crisp, or they go warm and creamy. Cloud White sits right in the middle, and that balance is incredibly hard to find. It’s no surprise that designers keep coming back to it again and again.
In this post, I’m going to break down everything about Cloud White OC-130 — its undertones, its LRV, how it responds to light, and where it works best. Let’s dig in.
What Color is Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130?
Cloud White OC-130 is a soft, warm white with a creamy quality that keeps it from feeling stark or cold. It’s not a pure, bright white — it has just enough depth to give it character. Think of a freshly laundered linen sheet drying in soft afternoon sun. That’s the energy Cloud White brings to a room. It’s clean, it’s light, but it has a gentleness that feels very livable.
Is It a Warm or Cool Color?
Cloud White OC-130 is a warm color. It leans into creamy, soft tones rather than bright, icy ones. This warmth is subtle — it won’t make your room feel yellow or heavy — but it’s very much there, and it’s what makes this white feel so inviting rather than clinical.
LRV of Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130
LRV, or Light Reflectance Value, measures how much light a color bounces back into a room. The scale runs from 0 to 100, with 100 being a mirror-like pure white.
The LRV of Cloud White OC-130 is 85.05. That’s a high number, which means this color reflects a lot of light and will make spaces feel bright and open. Despite that high LRV, it never feels harsh because of its warm undertones. It’s one of the few whites that can light up a room without making you squint.
Undertones of Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130
Cloud White OC-130 has soft yellow and beige undertones. These undertones are what give it that creamy, warm quality. The yellow is very subtle — you won’t look at this color and think “yellow” — but it’s there working quietly in the background, pulling the color away from anything cold or gray. In warm lighting, these undertones become a little more visible, deepening the creaminess slightly.
How Different Types of Lighting Affect Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130?
Cloud White is one of the more forgiving whites when it comes to lighting, but it still shifts noticeably depending on conditions.
In bright natural light, Cloud White looks fresh and almost luminous. The warmth is present but light, and the color feels clean without being stark.
In north-facing rooms, where the light is cooler and more indirect, Cloud White holds its warmth well. It won’t go cold or gray on you, which is a real advantage over cooler whites in these types of spaces.
In south-facing rooms, the warm undertones come forward more noticeably. It deepens slightly into a creamier tone, which feels incredibly cozy and inviting.
Under warm artificial lighting like soft white bulbs, Cloud White becomes distinctly creamy and rich. Under cool or daylight bulbs, it reads closer to a neutral white. I’d always recommend testing it under your specific home lighting conditions before committing.
Trim Colors to Pair With Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130
1. Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace OC-65 — For a crisp, clean contrast, Chantilly Lace on the trim creates a sharp, polished edge that really defines the architecture of a room against Cloud White walls.
2. Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17 — If you want your trim and walls to feel like they belong to the same family while still being distinct, White Dove is a natural partner. Both colors share warmth, and the slight contrast is refined rather than dramatic.
3. Benjamin Moore Super White OC-152 — For a brighter, more modern contrast, Super White on trim against Cloud White walls creates a clean, fresh look that works especially well in contemporary spaces.
Colors Similar to Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130
If you love Cloud White but want to explore your options before committing, or if you’re simply curious about what else exists in the same warm-white family, it’s worth knowing that there are several colors from different brands that share Cloud White’s DNA. These are colors that bring that same creamy warmth without being heavy, that same balance between fresh and cozy.
The reason I always recommend looking at similar colors isn’t to talk you out of your first choice — it’s to make sure your first choice is truly the right one. Sometimes you sample Cloud White, love it, and that’s that.
Other times, you sample it alongside a similar color and realize one works better in your specific room. Light direction, ceiling height, flooring tone — all of these things can tip the scale slightly between two very close colors.
The more you compare, the more confident you’ll feel about your final decision. And at the end of the day, confidence in your color choice is what leads to a result you’ll actually love living with.
Similar Colors:
- Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17
- Benjamin Moore Linen White 912
- Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45
- Benjamin Moore Steam AF-15
- Sherwin Williams Alabaster SW 7008
- Sherwin Williams Greek Villa SW 7551
Colors That Go With Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130
Cloud White OC-130 is the kind of color that makes decorating feel less stressful because it genuinely gets along with so many other colors.
Its warm base means it naturally connects with earthy, organic tones — think warm wood furniture, rattan, linen, and soft terracotta. But it also works beautifully alongside cooler tones because its warmth provides grounding without fighting against the cooler hue.
When I style a room around Cloud White, I tend to think in layers. Start with the warmth of the white itself, then bring in a mid-tone like a soft sage or dusty blue for depth, then add a deeper anchor color — maybe navy, forest green, or a warm charcoal — to give the room some grounding.
The result is always a space that feels balanced and intentional. Cloud White’s versatility is genuinely one of its greatest strengths, and it’s something I think you’ll appreciate the more you work with it in a real room setting.
Coordinating Colors from Benjamin Moore:
- Benjamin Moore Newburyport Blue HC-155
- Benjamin Moore Pale Oak OC-20
- Benjamin Moore Cefalú Beach 2061-20
- Benjamin Moore Yosemite Yellow 215
Where to Use Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130?
Cloud White works across a wide range of spaces. Here’s where I think it performs best:
- Ceilings: This is one of my favorite uses for Cloud White. It adds warmth to a ceiling without making it feel heavy or dark, which is perfect if your walls are a deeper color.
- Living Rooms: It creates an airy, welcoming atmosphere that works with both casual and formal furniture arrangements.
- Kitchens: On walls or cabinets, Cloud White brings a soft, timeless quality that makes kitchens feel clean without being cold.
- Bedrooms: Its warmth makes bedrooms feel restful and cozy — a great backdrop for both white and natural-toned bedding.
- Bathrooms: It brightens small bathrooms beautifully without the harshness of a stark white.
- Trim and Millwork: Cloud White on trim, baseboards, and crown molding gives a refined, classic finish.
- Entire Home: If you’re looking for one consistent neutral to run throughout an open-plan home, Cloud White handles that job incredibly well.
Why I Love Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130
I love Cloud White because it’s one of the few whites I’ve never had a bad experience with. Every room I’ve seen or helped put together using this color has come out feeling warm and considered. It doesn’t have the harshness of a bright white or the heaviness of a deep cream — it lives right in that comfortable middle ground.
There’s also something really emotionally appealing about Cloud White. It feels like a fresh start without the starkness.
It feels clean without feeling cold. And somehow, no matter what furniture or decor surrounds it, it manages to make the whole room feel cohesive. That’s a rare quality, and it’s exactly why Cloud White has stayed on my recommended list for years.
Final Thoughts
Cloud White OC-130 is one of those colors that rewards you the more you work with it. It might seem like “just a white” when you first pull the swatch, but once it’s on your walls and the light starts moving through your space, you’ll understand what all the fuss is about.
If you’re on the fence, sample it. Put it next to a cooler white and a deeper cream on your actual wall, and watch them in morning, afternoon, and evening light. I’m confident you’ll see exactly why Cloud White keeps earning its place in so many homes.