Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Merlot SW 2704
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Dark Purple (2073-10), at ΔE 3.60 — close.
Dark Purple is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 3.60 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 Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore
Most people comparing Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore 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 Dark Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.60close
- LRV
- 5.7Sherwin-Williams is 4.36
- Hex
- #4B3540#51323B in Sherwin-Williams
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Dark Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Caponata AF-650ΔE 5.40 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Bewitched CSP-450ΔE 5.78 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Raphael CC-2ΔE 6.07 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Sherwin-Williams Merlot SW 2704 matched across all 13 brands →