Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Lavender Lipstick 2072-50
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Obi Lilac (SW 6556), at ΔE 3.49 — very close.
Obi Lilac is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.49 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 Obi Lilac really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.49very close
- LRV
- 38.71Benjamin Moore is 43.82
- Hex
- #B0A3B6#BDABC2 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.1 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Obi Lilac is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Magical SW 6829ΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.
- Free Spirit SW 6973ΔE 4.09 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Novel Lilac SW 6836ΔE 4.28 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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