Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Surfer 510D-5
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Harbor Side Blue (740), at ΔE 2.44 — very close.
Harbor Side Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.44 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 Harbor Side Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.44very close
- LRV
- 40.31Behr is 41
- Hex
- #5CB5B9#70B8BA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Harbor Side Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Burbank Blue 732ΔE 2.87 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Gulf Stream 670ΔE 3.32 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Peacock Blue 2049-40ΔE 3.61 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.