I just want to take a moment to thank you for your advice on this color. I just painted my entire open concept living area in OC-95 Navajo White, after testing FIFTEEN different off-whites! I decided to just “go for it” with this one and I couldn’t be happier! Love your videos! Thanks again.
I am in that same boat right now. I have spent so much on samples and the walls of my house are covered in paint swatches. I think I am gonna "go for it" with this color too.
@@thepaintpeople lol... no, painted in 2018 with a different color, but had I known about the paint ppl... would've done more color research. Appreciate your acknowledgement ;*)
We used Navajo White for the trim/baseboards in our New England bungalow. The soft light there made it look more white and didn't make our colored walls look dingy.
We chose OC-95 for a north-facing addition, walls and trim - very happy! Will be using the same in existing spaces soon. Thanks for making the choice much easier by explaining and comparing!
Bought a house painted "bruised gallbladder purple" inside. Custom tint by the previous "artist" owner. Oh dear. The only solution was to Navajo White the interior. It lets you breath, it's clean, fresh and a blank canvas. Lets you decide which direction you want to go in down the road. A great go-to colour!
In the 1980s, Navajo White was the builder's default color. I was shopping for my first home, and NW was **everywhere**. New home builders used it, landlords used it ... at least once grey became the default people were picking different greys. I got so sick of looking at NW ... I never, ever used a yellow toned neutral again. I'm currently painting my place with slightly greige toned gray, Stone Harbour.
the Navajo White used in the 80's was more the Sherwin Williams Navajo White, than the Benjamin Moore Navajo White. And now today, if you want to match the 80's color, you need to go with something called "heritage cream"
I was slow to go on this channel because I’m used to taking advice from mommy bloggers but you are sensational. I’m hooked. Almost my big loss! How do you recommend choosing among navajo, chamois, seashell and maritime?? We are doing the whole house and I don’t want to get it wrong. It’s in North Idaho so the light is a little cold most of the year - Navajo to warm is up or chamois because it’s mostly low light? I don’t want to accidentally go with something dull and lifeless. Thanks if you have time to advise!
I painted both the ceiling and walls with BM Navajo White...but in different finishes -- Ultra Flat on the ceiling and Eggshell on the walls. I can say that I prefer the color that I see on the ceiling. The Eggshell finish is a tad more yellow than I prefer, but the wall color overall is OK. The combination is not bad, given that the room receives SW-facing light. As for the trim, I went with White Dove instead of a stark white. I was worried that something as bright as Simply White or Chantilly Lace would be screaming bright in a bedroom that receives bright afternoon light.
Thoughts on using Navajo white for trim and wainscoting and rose dust (BM) for the walls in formal dining? Just moved into a beautiful 1850s italianate in need of a facelift 😉 trying to stick with the more traditional historical look. Thanks in advance for any recommendations!
I painted most of my last house with BM Navajo white and loved it. In that house we had wood trim. Current house has painted trim. Want to paint the main level rooms Navajo White again but wondering what a good trim would be. Currently they are painted BM Chantilly Lace but it looks REALLY white. Wondering if there might be a better white for the trim with Navajo White on the walls. Thanks for any suggestions.
My walls and trim are currently painted Chantilly lace and it’s just to stark for me. Thinking about changing walls to this Navajo white while keeping the Chantilly lace in satin
@@sunshinensprinkles9322 Navajo White could work considering you already have the trim painted Chantilly Lace. I read that there should be at least a LRV (Light Reflective Value) of 10 between walls and trim when choosing whites. If you have a BM dealer nearby it would be good to get samples and their recommendation. Good luck! Post pictures after and lmk how you like it.
Hi.. loved your video! Thank you!! we are picking BM Navajo white for our open layout... can u please recommend a dark yellow shade that will go with BM navajo White? (just matching for a side wall)?
I have Navajo white walls throughout my very sunny southern exposure apartment. It is flat finish and all the trim and doors are Gentle Cream eggshell.finish I am looking to break up some of the yellow tones and modernize the room. The floors are wood with an orange tone. Would a bright white accent wall in the living room work with Navajo white? I was thinking chantilly lace? What white would you recommend to work well with Navajo White and have enough contrast? Stick with flat finish or go eggshell for more reflection? Not sure if mixing finishes would look weird or make a statement. TY
I am buying a house that has Navajo White cabinets and trim on the whole first floor. I would like to “whiten-up” the walls and need some suggestions. The house has 2-story ceilings and lots of windows and natural light. The flooring is a warm wood. Any suggestions?
Oh you're too funny 😉 I was yelling "No! Honey, it's naah vaah hoe" when you let us know you were in on the joke. Like you can hear me lol. In my experience, Navajo white should be used with old wool blankets or quilts in the room. I actually think a darker color on the trim should be used. Do you have a preference between what I consider to be the basic neutral off whites of antique white, ivory, almond, and Navajo white? Taupe and grey are neutral but usually too dark to be off white, although I guess we could group the lighter one with them? Hopefully that makes sense!
@@thepaintpeople My old van was painted Ford's Toreador red. I couldn't count the number of people who called it "toe-READ-er red". We all know it's "AN-ti-que"!
I would love to see a video on Wrought Iron-BM, Hale Navy-BM, and Naval-SW. I am trying to pick a color for my island but can't decide. I want a dark color that isn't black but it isn't navy either. Some combo of both that makes you question which it is!!! Also, a touch of grey maybe to calm down the dark factor, lol.
Can I pair BM Navajo White with Behr's Ultra Pure White trims and ceiling (LRV 94)? Or would Swiss Coffee pair better with the UPW trim. Afraid of too much yellow contrast.
Do you need to prime your walls before using this paint? We have a pretty ugly old beige that was present in the house before we bought it. We are selling in a year. The living room is open layout with the kitchen so it all runs together. Would you recommend painting the baseboards a different color or would the one tone make it more open and less defined? Thank you!
In terms of priming, it's more dependent on the product, rather than the colour. If you're using a self-priming paint, you should be fine. In terms of the baseboards, I would opt for white, because it'll clean up the look a bit. 😊
I've got a rent house that has a kitchen with dark stained cabinets that ties into a living room with the same dark stained builtins and tongue and grove paneling and a red brick fireplace. There is a garden room added on and now there is very little natural light. I'm wanting to paint all the dark woodwork to try to brighten it up. I was thinking along the lines of White Dove, Swiss Coffee or maybe Navajo White. Now I'm confused on if I should be going lighter or darker since it will always be lit with artificial lighting (no skylight in the budget). Any ideas?
What ceiling color would you recommend? Do you think it would look awful to put the same color on the ceiling? I really like the color but I don't want it to read too yellow. Thanks for the great videos!
I really this color but how do you think it would fair in a living room with low ceilings that gets moderate amount of light? I want something that would brighten up the space and make it seem more open than what it is.
My 2010 home was Lennox Tan with Navajo White trim. I need to update with a lighter neutral wall color, but would like to keep Navajo White doors and trim. My home is open concept with lots of natural light and have warm colors in my decor. Any suggestions for wall color??
Any recommendations on trim colour to pair with this? I remember one of your videos saying 10 LRV difference between trim and wall, but with an LRV of almost 80, I'm struggling to get a 'warm' white that is 90+
help!!!?? i just found out my apt is painted navajoe white and i HATE it ! i was anticipating the apt would be white soi was doing a scandi interior with my only color pop being plants and one moss green velvet couch. now that i know its yellowish navajo white do i dare rock a moss green couch with it?? ugh im going to get kicked out because i def going topaint oer this crap speaking of......which white can i directly paint over navajo to make it more white a soothing one?? help
Hi Jennifer, I think Navajo white could look lovely in a sun room! Very pretty. The ceiling and the window don't necessarily have to be the same color but some people prefer not to break up the space. Up to your taste.
Interesting the you "high school' was flying the US flag. I was under the impression that you were coming to us courtesy of Canada. That said, how about an in depth discussion of "New Hope Gray?"
Not a fan of Navajo White. We're the first owner of this house and the builder sprayed the entire inside, ceilings and walls all Navajo White. To me, this color looks like someone has been smoking in the house for years and the walls are nicotine covered. I could pay someone to spray it another color, but money and inconvenience. So, I live with this sad color but am slowly adding color to the rooms I most live in. It quite the job for 74 year old woman.
I just want to take a moment to thank you for your advice on this color. I just painted my entire open concept living area in OC-95 Navajo White, after testing FIFTEEN different off-whites! I decided to just “go for it” with this one and I couldn’t be happier! Love your videos! Thanks again.
I am in that same boat right now. I have spent so much on samples and the walls of my house are covered in paint swatches. I think I am gonna "go for it" with this color too.
Navajo white is what I went with in the early 90's after buying my first house. I am Navajo, so I went with it. 😆
And did you keep it Janelle? The 90's ARE back lol!
@@thepaintpeople lol... no, painted in 2018 with a different color, but had I known about the paint ppl... would've done more color research. Appreciate your acknowledgement ;*)
“Nava-Joe” 😄 I almost lost it!
Something we agree on. Love, love green.
We used Navajo White for the trim/baseboards in our New England bungalow. The soft light there made it look more white and didn't make our colored walls look dingy.
Navajo Whte does look nice with Budding Green. I would also like Navajo White with BM Urbane Bronze and an accent of Turquoise.
We chose OC-95 for a north-facing addition, walls and trim - very happy! Will be using the same in existing spaces soon. Thanks for making the choice much easier by explaining and comparing!
Love to hear it and happy you're happy!
I really like your enthusiasm for paint colors. Great video production!
Thanks a ton!
Bought a house painted "bruised gallbladder purple" inside. Custom tint by the previous "artist" owner. Oh dear. The only solution was to Navajo White the interior. It lets you breath, it's clean, fresh and a blank canvas. Lets you decide which direction you want to go in down the road. A great go-to colour!
Great choice!
Your videos are SO useful!
This was the color my last client chose but it was the Sherwin Williams, not Benjamin Moore. You're my new favorite channel!
I use it as an exterior trim paint with BM Georgia Brick, it’s beautiful.
In the 1980s, Navajo White was the builder's default color. I was shopping for my first home, and NW was **everywhere**. New home builders used it, landlords used it ... at least once grey became the default people were picking different greys. I got so sick of looking at NW ... I never, ever used a yellow toned neutral again.
I'm currently painting my place with slightly greige toned gray, Stone Harbour.
Navajo White was certainly ubiquitous in the 80s! So was dusty rose and colonial blue. 🤣
the Navajo White used in the 80's was more the Sherwin Williams Navajo White, than the Benjamin Moore Navajo White. And now today, if you want to match the 80's color, you need to go with something called "heritage cream"
I'm OBSESSED with this channel, lol!
I am going to trial Budding Green. I can't stand any grey or black in my tones, either. Thank you for the great paint nerd video!
I really appreciate this video along with the laugh. I have the sample paint and it's really a great color. 😍
I was slow to go on this channel because I’m used to taking advice from mommy bloggers but you are sensational. I’m hooked. Almost my big loss! How do you recommend choosing among navajo, chamois, seashell and maritime?? We are doing the whole house and I don’t want to get it wrong. It’s in North Idaho so the light is a little cold most of the year - Navajo to warm is up or chamois because it’s mostly low light? I don’t want to accidentally go with something dull and lifeless. Thanks if you have time to advise!
Hey, I'm deciding between Navajo White and Chamois too- what was your final decision? I have a low light/shaded room as well.
Art class, the glory days of high school indeed!
I painted both the ceiling and walls with BM Navajo White...but in different finishes -- Ultra Flat on the ceiling and Eggshell on the walls. I can say that I prefer the color that I see on the ceiling. The Eggshell finish is a tad more yellow than I prefer, but the wall color overall is OK. The combination is not bad, given that the room receives SW-facing light.
As for the trim, I went with White Dove instead of a stark white. I was worried that something as bright as Simply White or Chantilly Lace would be screaming bright in a bedroom that receives bright afternoon light.
Thoughts on using Navajo white for trim and wainscoting and rose dust (BM) for the walls in formal dining? Just moved into a beautiful 1850s italianate in need of a facelift 😉 trying to stick with the more traditional historical look. Thanks in advance for any recommendations!
I painted most of my last house with BM Navajo white and loved it. In that house we had wood trim. Current house has painted trim. Want to paint the main level rooms Navajo White again but wondering what a good trim would be. Currently they are painted BM Chantilly Lace but it looks REALLY white. Wondering if there might be a better white for the trim with Navajo White on the walls. Thanks for any suggestions.
My walls and trim are currently painted Chantilly lace and it’s just to stark for me. Thinking about changing walls to this Navajo white while keeping the Chantilly lace in satin
@@sunshinensprinkles9322 Navajo White could work considering you already have the trim painted Chantilly Lace. I read that there should be at least a LRV (Light Reflective Value) of 10 between walls and trim when choosing whites. If you have a BM dealer nearby it would be good to get samples and their recommendation. Good luck! Post pictures after and lmk how you like it.
Hi.. loved your video! Thank you!! we are picking BM Navajo white for our open layout... can u please recommend a dark yellow shade that will go with BM navajo White? (just matching for a side wall)?
I have Navajo white walls throughout my very sunny southern exposure apartment. It is flat finish and all the trim and doors are Gentle Cream eggshell.finish I am looking to break up some of the yellow tones and modernize the room. The floors are wood with an orange tone. Would a bright white accent wall in the living room work with Navajo white? I was thinking chantilly lace? What white would you recommend to work well with Navajo White and have enough contrast? Stick with flat finish or go eggshell for more reflection? Not sure if mixing finishes would look weird or make a statement. TY
I am buying a house that has Navajo White cabinets and trim on the whole first floor. I would like to “whiten-up” the walls and need some suggestions. The house has 2-story ceilings and lots of windows and natural light. The flooring is a warm wood. Any suggestions?
Thanks for this video! What do you think of Navajo White painted on the walls with a slightly darker trim such as BM Natural Wicker or BM Muslin?
Oh you're too funny 😉 I was yelling "No! Honey, it's naah vaah hoe" when you let us know you were in on the joke. Like you can hear me lol.
In my experience, Navajo white should be used with old wool blankets or quilts in the room. I actually think a darker color on the trim should be used.
Do you have a preference between what I consider to be the basic neutral off whites of antique white, ivory, almond, and Navajo white? Taupe and grey are neutral but usually too dark to be off white, although I guess we could group the lighter one with them?
Hopefully that makes sense!
As a trim colour, I like Antique White in that group. And it's pronounced Anty-kue White, I think. 🤣
@@thepaintpeople My old van was painted Ford's Toreador red. I couldn't count the number of people who called it "toe-READ-er red". We all know it's "AN-ti-que"!
I would love to see a video on Wrought Iron-BM, Hale Navy-BM, and Naval-SW. I am trying to pick a color for my island but can't decide. I want a dark color that isn't black but it isn't navy either. Some combo of both that makes you question which it is!!! Also, a touch of grey maybe to calm down the dark factor, lol.
Check out Kylie m interiors. She recently did an Instagram post about this same dilemma! It might be on her website too.
Can I pair BM Navajo White with Behr's Ultra Pure White trims and ceiling (LRV 94)? Or would Swiss Coffee pair better with the UPW trim. Afraid of too much yellow contrast.
I just painted my living room and kitchen with Navajo white what color curtains would blend well together thanks for any help you can give
What color would you do the ceiling for Navajo White?
Great video, once again! Thx
Glad you enjoyed it!
Do you need to prime your walls before using this paint? We have a pretty ugly old beige that was present in the house before we bought it. We are selling in a year. The living room is open layout with the kitchen so it all runs together. Would you recommend painting the baseboards a different color or would the one tone make it more open and less defined? Thank you!
In terms of priming, it's more dependent on the product, rather than the colour. If you're using a self-priming paint, you should be fine. In terms of the baseboards, I would opt for white, because it'll clean up the look a bit. 😊
@@thepaintpeople You are so lovely to answer and so quickly! Thank you!
I’m painting an a-frame Navajo white. Trim has natural wood. What color do I paint the doors?
I've got a rent house that has a kitchen with dark stained cabinets that ties into a living room with the same dark stained builtins and tongue and grove paneling and a red brick fireplace. There is a garden room added on and now there is very little natural light. I'm wanting to paint all the dark woodwork to try to brighten it up. I was thinking along the lines of White Dove, Swiss Coffee or maybe Navajo White. Now I'm confused on if I should be going lighter or darker since it will always be lit with artificial lighting (no skylight in the budget). Any ideas?
Thank you so much! Love the review.
What ceiling color would you recommend? Do you think it would look awful to put the same color on the ceiling? I really like the color but I don't want it to read too yellow. Thanks for the great videos!
I would love to know the answer to this as well. What did you wind up doing? Thanks.
Navajo White?!?!? It’s bad 80s flashback! My parents were among the many who used this in one or more room. 😆
lol i agree - no wonder everyone went "gray"
@@cindyrosenberg2498 Now grey is the new "mom" color 😂
Yep. The landlord's go to color of the 80's.
I call it Landlord White. You always see it in apartments.
@@cindyrosenberg2498 😂
I really this color but how do you think it would fair in a living room with low ceilings that gets moderate amount of light? I want something that would brighten up the space and make it seem more open than what it is.
Hi james can u pls pls do a color code on Frosted petal by BM??
My 2010 home was Lennox Tan with Navajo White trim. I need to update with a lighter neutral wall color, but would like to keep Navajo White doors and trim. My home is open concept with lots of natural light and have warm colors in my decor. Any suggestions for wall color??
Do BM Ballet white walls
Any recommendations on trim colour to pair with this? I remember one of your videos saying 10 LRV difference between trim and wall, but with an LRV of almost 80, I'm struggling to get a 'warm' white that is 90+
What about Simply White? 😎
help!!!?? i just found out my apt is painted navajoe white and i HATE it ! i was anticipating the apt would be white soi was doing a scandi interior with my only color pop being plants and one moss green velvet couch. now that i know its yellowish navajo white do i dare rock a moss green couch with it?? ugh im going to get kicked out because i def going topaint oer this crap speaking of......which white can i directly paint over navajo to make it more white a soothing one?? help
What color light blue would you put on the ceilings when Navajo white on the walls.
Please review AMAZON GREEN BY BENJAMIN MOORE! Thanks for another great video!
Can I use Navajo white in small sunroom ? I have a vaulted ceiling and bow window , should ceiling and window be same color?
Hi Jennifer, I think Navajo white could look lovely in a sun room! Very pretty. The ceiling and the window don't necessarily have to be the same color but some people prefer not to break up the space. Up to your taste.
Interesting the you "high school' was flying the US flag. I was under the impression that you were coming to us courtesy of Canada. That said, how about an in depth discussion of "New Hope Gray?"
BM has LRV for Navajo white as 78.26, not 79.88. I'm sure I wouldn't see the difference, just an FYI
Would BM Navajo White work on walls with with BM White Dove as the trim colour?
Yes, this combo would be nice. BM White Dove is often recommended as a trim color that works well with both cool and warm tones.
Nana-joe LOL You got me bro!!!! Hilarious [edit] Hey, what about a budding green wall with navajo white trim?
It'll look creamy, but it'll definitely look good!
Not sure how different Behr Navajo White is but that's what I used. What are your trim color recommendations for Behr's version?
Hi Dad! In Behr, I'd recommend Behr's version of Swiss Coffee or Polar Bear if you want more contrast.
Thanks this was great
Can you share the other colors in the running for your loft space?
Plaster of Paris, for 1. 😎
Omg, LOL I thought for a second it was a Canadian thing when pronounced Nava JO. Assuming of course you are Canadian.
Go leafs go! 🍁
What Behr paint color is comparable? I can’t afford BM!
Home Depot can color match. Just bring in the name and color number
Not a fan of Navajo White. We're the first owner of this house and the builder sprayed the entire inside, ceilings and walls all Navajo White. To me, this color looks like someone has been smoking in the house for years and the walls are nicotine covered. I could pay someone to spray it another color, but money and inconvenience. So, I live with this sad color but am slowly adding color to the rooms I most live in. It quite the job for 74 year old woman.
lol nava JO
Please show more color and less of him talking.
Thanks for the feedback!