Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Black Beauty 2128-10
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Black Magic (SW 6991), at ΔE 2.40 — very close.
Black Magic is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.40 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 Magic really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.40very close
- LRV
- 3.13Benjamin Moore is 5.32
- Hex
- #323132#393736 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Black Magic is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Armory SW 9600ΔE 2.43 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.5 points lower.
- Caviar SW 6990ΔE 2.67 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
- Tricorn Black SW 6258ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Black Beauty 2128-10 matched across all 13 brands →