Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm CSP-535
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Quixotic Plum (SW 6265), at ΔE 2.82 — very close.
Quixotic Plum is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.82 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 Quixotic Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.82very close
- LRV
- 6.47Benjamin Moore is 9.01
- Hex
- #4A4653#4B4A5C in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Quixotic Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ripe Berry SW 9689ΔE 5.11 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Mountain Fig SW 9690ΔE 6.44 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.5 points lower.
- Charcoal Blue SW 2739ΔE 6.51 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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