Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Spring Violet 2117-50
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Modern Lavender (SW 9688), at ΔE 4.50 — close.
Modern Lavender is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.50 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 Modern Lavender really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.50close
- LRV
- 40.47Benjamin Moore is 42.87
- Hex
- #A8AAB3#B0ACBB in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Modern Lavender is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Obi Lilac SW 6556ΔE 4.61 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points lower.
- Beguiling Mauve SW 6269ΔE 4.84 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
- Ash Violet SW 6549ΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.7 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Spring Violet 2117-50 matched across all 13 brands →