Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Roasted Sesame Seed 2160-40
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Bee's Wax (SW 7682), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Bee's Wax is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Bee's Wax really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 56.61Benjamin Moore is 50.62
- Hex
- #EABF86#E0B97F in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Bee's Wax is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- White Raisin SW 7685ΔE 2.42 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.7 points higher.
- Tarnished Trumpet SW 9026ΔE 2.50 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.
- Dakota Wheat SW 9023ΔE 2.77 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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