Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Warm Cognac MQ2-42
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Birchwood (1161), at ΔE 2.29 — very close.
Birchwood is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.29 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 Birchwood really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.29very close
- LRV
- 23.17Behr is 25
- Hex
- #A47B64#A88168 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Birchwood is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gaucho Brown 2096-40ΔE 2.97 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
- Old Canal 1132ΔE 3.43 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.
- Lenape Trail 1222ΔE 3.54 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.