Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Welded Iron HDC-AC-17A
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Burnt Ember (CSP-120), at ΔE 2.31 — very close.
Burnt Ember is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.31 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 Burnt Ember really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.31very close
- LRV
- 15.5Behr is 16
- Hex
- #6A6967#6F6F6D in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 0.5 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Burnt Ember is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rocky Coast 1595ΔE 2.73 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
- Overcoat CC-544ΔE 2.76 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Gunmetal 1602ΔE 2.89 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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