Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Blue Bayou 801
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Regale Blue (SW 6801), at ΔE 3.52 — close.
Regale Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.52 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 Regale Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.52close
- LRV
- 42.21Benjamin Moore is 46.9
- Hex
- #7DB5D3#92BAD4 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Regale Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Resolute Blue SW 6507ΔE 4.12 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.9 points lower.
- Respite SW 6514ΔE 4.13 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- Porch Ceiling SW 9063ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.5 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Blue Bayou 801 matched across all 13 brands →