Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Thermal Spring 490D-6
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Soft Spruce (671), at ΔE 4.39 — close.
Soft Spruce is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 4.39 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 Soft Spruce really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.39close
- LRV
- 26.91Behr is 25
- Hex
- #3F9793#589489 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Soft Spruce is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Shenandoah 684ΔE 4.67 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
- Waterbury Green HC-136ΔE 4.67 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
- Spotswood Teal CW-545ΔE 4.69 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Thermal Spring 490D-6 matched across all 13 brands →