Behr → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Behr Yacht Blue S490-4
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Palace Blue (CW-605), at ΔE 2.76 — very close.
Palace Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.76 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 Palace Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.76very close
- LRV
- 33.34Behr is 30
- Hex
- #5D9FB6#679BB3 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Palace Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- I've Got the Blues 774ΔE 2.82 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.2 points higher.
- Niagara Falls 1657ΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
- Whipple Blue HC-152ΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.