Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Inspired AF-595
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Obi Lilac (SW 6556), at ΔE 3.21 — very close.
Obi Lilac is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.21 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 Obi Lilac really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.21very close
- LRV
- 38.71Benjamin Moore is 36.66
- Hex
- #B0A3B6#AC9EAA in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Obi Lilac is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ash Violet SW 6549ΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
- Intuitive SW 6017ΔE 4.74 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.
- Beguiling Mauve SW 6269ΔE 4.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Inspired AF-595 matched across all 13 brands →