Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Carmine SW 2905
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Caliente (AF-290), at ΔE 3.91 — close.
Caliente is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 3.91 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 Caliente really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.91close
- LRV
- 8.82Sherwin-Williams is 5.24
- Hex
- #8A2728#801522 in Sherwin-Williams
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Caliente is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Classic Burgundy HC-182ΔE 4.78 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Country Redwood HC-183ΔE 5.87 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Raspberry Truffle 2080-10ΔE 6.94 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 4.7 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Sherwin-Williams Carmine SW 2905 matched across all 13 brands →