Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Lazy Afternoon 1378
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Plum Dandy (SW 6284), at ΔE 3.80 — close.
Plum Dandy is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.80 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 Plum Dandy really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.80close
- LRV
- 16.83Benjamin Moore is 18.42
- Hex
- #8B6878#8D6782 in Benjamin Moore
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Plum Dandy is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Veri Berri SW 9069ΔE 5.70 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
- Grape Harvest SW 6285ΔE 6.02 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.5 points lower.
- Vigorous Violet SW 6838ΔE 6.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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