Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr River Valley 580F-4
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Harlequin Blue (830), at ΔE 2.27 — very close.
Harlequin Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.27 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 Harlequin Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.27very close
- LRV
- 38.31Behr is 37
- Hex
- #93A6BE#94A5B7 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Harlequin Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Comet 1628ΔE 2.77 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
- New Hope Gray 2130-50ΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
- Denim Wash 838ΔE 3.61 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.