Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Stratus T16-13
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Oxford Gray (2128-40), at ΔE 2.81 — very close.
Oxford Gray is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.81 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 Oxford Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.81very close
- LRV
- 28.78Behr is 28
- Hex
- #8290A0#8193AA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
Behr and Benjamin Moore publish LRV against their own measurements, and here the two disagree with the swatches: Oxford Gray reads slightly darker than Stratus in colour space while carrying the higher published LRV. Treat LRV as comparable within a brand, not across two.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Oxford Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Flower Box CSP-530ΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Steel Blue 823ΔE 4.68 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.3 points higher.
- Denim Wash 838ΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.2 points higher.