Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Teal Zeal 500D-5
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Florida Keys Blue (2050-40), at ΔE 2.18 — very close.
Florida Keys Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.18 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 Florida Keys Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.18very close
- LRV
- 35.4Behr is 34
- Hex
- #6DA9A7#61A9A5 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Florida Keys Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gulf Stream 670ΔE 2.36 · very close · The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 4.7 points higher.
- Peacock Blue 2049-40ΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.
- Majestic Blue 2051-40ΔE 3.88 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points lower.