Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Seven Seas 560D-6
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Santa Monica Blue (776), at ΔE 2.70 — very close.
Santa Monica Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.70 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 Santa Monica Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.70very close
- LRV
- 16.08Behr is 14
- Hex
- #3A6E8C#416D83 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Santa Monica Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bainbridge Blue 749ΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Mozart Blue 1665ΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.
- Georgian Bay CC-782ΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.