Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Wide Sky T18-17
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Athens Blue (797), at ΔE 2.67 — very close.
Athens Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.67 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 Athens Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.67very close
- LRV
- 18.7Behr is 15
- Hex
- #3D74AC#416FAF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Athens Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Nile Blue CSP-560ΔE 3.22 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
- Old Glory 811ΔE 3.94 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Chicago Blues 804ΔE 3.95 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.