Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore French Violet 1427
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Mesmerize (SW 6544), at ΔE 4.22 — close.
Mesmerize is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.22 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 Mesmerize really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.22close
- LRV
- 12.99Benjamin Moore is 17.6
- Hex
- #5D657B#696D86 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Mesmerize is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Soulful Blue SW 6543ΔE 6.16 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
- Purple Passage SW 6551ΔE 6.65 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.6 points lower.
- Mythical SW 6550ΔE 6.80 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore French Violet 1427 matched across all 13 brands →