Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Sage Garden M390-5
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Aurora Borealis (565), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Aurora Borealis is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Aurora Borealis really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 35.04Behr is 35
- Hex
- #7AAC7A#7FAB70 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Aurora Borealis is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cedar Green 2034-40ΔE 3.37 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.7 points higher.
- Pleasant Grove 552ΔE 4.71 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
- Four Leaf Clover 573ΔE 4.92 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.