Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Reef Blue S490-3
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Aspen Skies (1656), at ΔE 2.12 — very close.
Aspen Skies is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.12 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Benjamin Moore
Most people comparing Behr to Benjamin Moore are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Aspen Skies really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.12very close
- LRV
- 46.07Behr is 47
- Hex
- #95B9C6#93BDCF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Aspen Skies is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Marlboro Blue HC-153ΔE 2.12 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Blue Jean 2062-50ΔE 2.69 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
- Athenian Blue 773ΔE 2.92 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.