Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Speedboat M490-3
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Athenian Blue (773), at ΔE 2.41 — very close.
Athenian Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.41 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 Athenian Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.41very close
- LRV
- 44.93Behr is 48
- Hex
- #83B8D0#90BFD4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Athenian Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Clear Sailing CC-784ΔE 2.41 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
- Blue Jean 2062-50ΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.
- Aquarium Blue 2058-50ΔE 2.77 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.