Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Twig Basket 740D-5
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Smoky Ash (986), at ΔE 1.02 — near-exact.
Smoky Ash is a genuine substitute. At ΔE 1.02 the difference is smaller than most people can see on a wall, and smaller than the shift between two batches of the same colour.
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 Smoky Ash really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 1.02near-exact
- LRV
- 26.8Behr is 28
- Hex
- #998B75#9C8D75 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Smoky Ash is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Raccoon Hollow 978ΔE 2.11 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
- Alexandria Beige HC-77ΔE 2.40 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Worn Leather Shoes CSP-135ΔE 2.45 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.