Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Nova Scotia Blue 796
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Lobelia (SW 6809), at ΔE 4.81 — close.
Lobelia is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.81 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 Lobelia really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.81close
- LRV
- 29.88Benjamin Moore is 36.26
- Hex
- #7498BE#6BA3D0 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.4 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Lobelia is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Jacaranda SW 6802ΔE 5.13 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.9 points lower.
- Bluesy Note SW 9064ΔE 5.90 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.5 points lower.
- Dyer's Woad SW 9071ΔE 6.72 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Nova Scotia Blue 796 matched across all 13 brands →