Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Velvet Rope MQ5-58
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Hudson Bay (1680), at ΔE 2.42 — very close.
Hudson Bay is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.42 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 Hudson Bay really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.42very close
- LRV
- 9.77Behr is 8
- Hex
- #3F5266#36526A in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Hudson Bay is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- New York State of Mind 805ΔE 2.53 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
- Cefalú Beach 2061-20ΔE 3.77 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Newburyport Blue HC-155ΔE 4.06 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.