Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Galaxy 2117-20
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Black Swan (SW 6279), at ΔE 2.10 — very close.
Black Swan is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.10 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 Black Swan really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.10very close
- LRV
- 3.97Benjamin Moore is 6.33
- Hex
- #3A373E#413D44 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Black Swan is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bohemian Black SW 6988ΔE 2.29 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Darkroom SW 7083ΔE 3.00 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
- Deep Forest Brown SW 9175ΔE 3.74 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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