Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Watertown 818
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Perfect Periwinkle (SW 9065), at ΔE 3.78 — close.
Perfect Periwinkle is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.78 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 Sherwin-Williams
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore to Sherwin-Williams 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 Perfect Periwinkle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.78close
- LRV
- 23.07Benjamin Moore is 22.6
- Hex
- #6487B0#5B7EB7 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Perfect Periwinkle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Lupine SW 6810ΔE 5.36 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.2 points lower.
- Searching Blue SW 6536ΔE 6.66 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Gentian SW 6817ΔE 6.86 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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