Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Dark Mustard 2161-30
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Chamois (SW 6131), at ΔE 2.96 — very close.
Chamois is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.96 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 Chamois really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.96very close
- LRV
- 25.94Benjamin Moore is 24.31
- Hex
- #AD8451#AB7E51 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Chamois is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rookwood Antique Gold SW 2814ΔE 3.05 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Smokey Topaz SW 6117ΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Caramel Apple VS 314ΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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