Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Notable Hue SW 6521
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Denim Wash (838), at ΔE 2.31 — very close.
Denim Wash is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.31 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 Denim Wash really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.31very close
- LRV
- 35.17Sherwin-Williams is 36.69
- Hex
- #85A0B6#8BA7BB in Sherwin-Williams
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Denim Wash is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Colonial Blue 1677ΔE 2.31 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
- Soft Jazz 809ΔE 2.64 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- New Born's Eyes 1663ΔE 3.30 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.5 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Sherwin-Williams Notable Hue SW 6521 matched across all 13 brands →