Benjamin Moore → Behr
Behr equivalent of Benjamin Moore Very Green 2040-30
The closest Behr colour is Precious Emerald (S-H-470), at ΔE 3.47 — very close.
Precious Emerald is the closest Behr makes, but at ΔE 3.47 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 Benjamin Moore and Behr
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore to Behr 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 Precious Emerald really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.47very close
- LRV
- 12Benjamin Moore is 15.63
- Hex
- #186E50#17775C in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
Other Behr options
Worth knowing if Precious Emerald is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sparkling Emerald P430-7ΔE 3.84 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
- Crown Jewel P420-7ΔE 3.87 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Mermaid Sea P440-7ΔE 4.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Very Green 2040-30 matched across all 13 brands →