Snowbound SW 7004 is the softer, cooler white, with an LRV of 83 and a subtle gray-pink undertone that comes across as a gentle white with a whisper of cool.
Chantilly Lace OC-65 is the crisper, near-pure white, with an LRV of 90.4 and a clean undertone that appears as one of the brightest whites available.
They are cross-brand (Sherwin-Williams versus Benjamin Moore). Snowbound is a white softened with gray and a hint of pink; Chantilly Lace is a white that aims for purity and brightness. The 7-point LRV gap is visible on the wall. Test both on a photo of your space before you commit.
Snowbound and Chantilly Lace represent two different approaches to a white that reads clean but not sterile. Snowbound (SW 7004) is Sherwin-Williams' cool soft white, a color homeowners reach for when they want a white that is crisp without being harsh. Chantilly Lace (OC-65) is Benjamin Moore's nearly-pure white, famous for being one of the whitest whites that still reads as paint, not primer. This is our side-by-side method for comparing paint colors applied to two whites that define the bright end of the spectrum.
The numbers side by side
| Attribute | Snowbound SW 7004 | Chantilly Lace OC-65 |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Cool soft white, gray-pink | Near-pure white, clean |
| LRV | 83 | 90.4 |
| Approximate hex | #E6E2D7 | #F7F4ED |
| Undertone | Soft gray-pink, cool, subtle | Clean, near-neutral, minimal |
| Loves | Modern interiors, bedrooms, trim | White-on-white rooms, trim, ceilings |
| Watch out for | Reading pink beside true white | Reading stark beside warm whites |
| Overall vibe | Soft, cool, composed | Crisp, pure, bright |
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LRV figures are the published values from each brand. Hex values are approximate digital renderings only, and screens vary; the authoritative reference is always a physical paint chip from the retailer.
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Room by room, exposure by exposure
| Situation | Usual winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| North-facing room | Chantilly Lace | The LRV 90.4 maximizes light reflection; Snowbound at 83 can read flat cool in dim light. |
| Bright south room | Snowbound | Strong sun brings out the gray-pink softness; Chantilly Lace can feel stark and glaring. |
| White trim on walls | Chantilly Lace | The near-pure white creates crisp architectural lines that pop against any color. |
| Modern bedroom | Snowbound | The soft cool white feels calm and restful, not sterile. |
| Open plan | Chantilly Lace | The pure brightness flows across connected spaces and keeps everything feeling clean. |
| Photo studio | Chantilly Lace | The near-neutral white provides a clean backdrop that does not cast color on subjects. |
Snowbound and Chantilly Lace both read as white, but Snowbound is a white with a subtle cool personality while Chantilly Lace aims for absence of color. For more on Snowbound, see our Snowbound vs Pure White guide, and for Chantilly Lace comparisons, our Chantilly Lace vs Pure White duel.
When to choose Snowbound
- You want a white that is crisp but not stark, with a soft gray-pink undertone.
- Your room gets strong natural light where the cool softness reads as calm, not cold.
- You are painting a bedroom or modern interior where a softer white feels right.
- You want a white that shows up as white but has a subtle personality.
When to choose Chantilly Lace
- You want the purest, brightest white you can get that still reads as paint.
- Your room is dim or north-facing and you need maximum light reflection.
- You are painting trim, ceilings, or white-on-white interiors where purity matters.
- You prefer a white that aims for neutral rather than warm or cool. For the full breakdown, see our Simply White vs Chantilly Lace guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Snowbound and Chantilly Lace?
The main difference is purity and warmth. Snowbound SW 7004 has an LRV of 83 with a soft gray-pink undertone, reading as a cool, composed white with personality. Chantilly Lace OC-65 has an LRV of 90.4 with a near-neutral undertone, reading as one of the purest whites available. They are cross-brand (Sherwin-Williams versus Benjamin Moore).
Which is lighter, Snowbound or Chantilly Lace?
Chantilly Lace is lighter. Its LRV is 90.4, compared with 83 for Snowbound. That 7-point gap is visible: Chantilly Lace reflects noticeably more light and reads as a near-pure white, while Snowbound reads as a soft white with a gray-pink cast.
Do Snowbound and Chantilly Lace have the same undertones?
No. Snowbound has a soft gray-pink undertone that keeps it from feeling stark. Chantilly Lace aims for a clean, near-neutral white with minimal undertone. Snowbound is a white with a cool personality; Chantilly Lace is a white that tries to stay out of the way.
Can I see both colors on my own wall before I buy paint?
Yes. Upload one photo of your room to FacadeColorizer, get a photorealistic render in Snowbound, then swap to Chantilly Lace in one click. You will see the soft-vs-pure difference on your actual wall. The first HD render and three color variations are free.
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