Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Sour Apple 401
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Lime Granita (SW 6715), at ΔE 4.23 — close.
Lime Granita is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.23 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 Lime Granita really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.23close
- LRV
- 72.63Benjamin Moore is 75.76
- Hex
- #DCE1B8#E2ECB4 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Lime Granita is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Springtime SW 6708ΔE 4.41 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Wild Lime SW 9668ΔE 5.92 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- Green Vibes SW 6928ΔE 6.05 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
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