Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Exclusive Plum SW 6263
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Tempest (AF-590), at ΔE 2.80 — very close.
Tempest is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.80 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 Tempest really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.80very close
- LRV
- 19.53Sherwin-Williams is 16.37
- Hex
- #7A767E#736F78 in Sherwin-Williams
The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 3.2 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Tempest is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Vintage Charm 1455ΔE 3.68 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.
- Amethyst Shadow 1441ΔE 4.58 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- Arctic Seal CSP-15ΔE 4.82 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted.
Matches in every other brand
See Sherwin-Williams Exclusive Plum SW 6263 matched across all 13 brands →