Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Blue Nova 825
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Gentian (SW 6817), at ΔE 4.25 — close.
Gentian is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.25 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 Gentian really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.25close
- LRV
- 17.55Benjamin Moore is 16.98
- Hex
- #6572A5#5B6D92 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Gentian is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Luxe Blue SW 6537ΔE 4.36 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points lower.
- Lupine SW 6810ΔE 5.34 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- Revel Blue SW 6530ΔE 5.43 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Blue Nova 825 matched across all 13 brands →