Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Reflecting Pool SW 6486
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Florida Keys Blue (2050-40), at ΔE 3.30 — very close.
Florida Keys Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 3.30 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 Florida Keys Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.30very close
- LRV
- 35.4Sherwin-Williams is 38.75
- Hex
- #6DA9A7#7BB1B2 in Sherwin-Williams
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Florida Keys Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Peacock Blue 2049-40ΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
- Spirit in the Sky 676ΔE 3.98 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.3 points higher.
- Gulf Stream 670ΔE 4.12 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
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