Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Dark Basalt 2072-10
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Bohemian Black (SW 6988), at ΔE 3.33 — very close.
Bohemian Black is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.33 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 Bohemian Black really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.33very close
- LRV
- 4.03Benjamin Moore is 5.23
- Hex
- #3B373C#40363C in Benjamin Moore
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Bohemian Black is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Deep Forest Brown SW 9175ΔE 3.52 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
- Black Swan SW 6279ΔE 3.71 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
- Darkroom SW 7083ΔE 4.08 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Dark Basalt 2072-10 matched across all 13 brands →