Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull 2138-40
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Willowleaf (SW 9649), at ΔE 3.28 — very close.
Willowleaf is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.28 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 Willowleaf really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.28very close
- LRV
- 23.67Benjamin Moore is 27.41
- Hex
- #85877B#858D81 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Willowleaf is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Jade Dragon SW 9129ΔE 4.32 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
- Privilege Green SW 6193ΔE 4.33 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.8 points lower.
- Tee Off VS 402ΔE 4.33 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull 2138-40 matched across all 13 brands →