Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Dark Lilac 2070-30
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Izmir Purple (SW 6825), at ΔE 4.96 — close.
Izmir Purple is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.96 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 Izmir Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.96close
- LRV
- 6.56Benjamin Moore is 10.44
- Hex
- #4D426E#544D6D in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Izmir Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fully Purple SW 6983ΔE 5.49 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
- Plummy SW 6558ΔE 5.76 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Impulsive Purple SW 6832ΔE 6.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Dark Lilac 2070-30 matched across all 13 brands →