Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Sweet Tart M160-3
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Brighton Rock Candy (1291), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Brighton Rock Candy is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Brighton Rock Candy really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 50.35Behr is 51
- Hex
- #E4B2AE#EAAEA9 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
Behr and Benjamin Moore publish LRV against their own measurements, and here the two disagree with the swatches: Brighton Rock Candy reads slightly lighter than Sweet Tart in colour space while carrying the lower published LRV. Treat LRV as comparable within a brand, not across two.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Brighton Rock Candy is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hearts Delight 1283ΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Pink Punch 2006-50ΔE 3.64 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points lower.
- Sailor's Delight 1296ΔE 3.66 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.7 points higher.