Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Mediterranean SW 7617
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Providence Blue (1636), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Providence Blue is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Providence Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 19.23Sherwin-Williams is 17.54
- Hex
- #66797F#60797D in Sherwin-Williams
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Providence Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hamilton Blue HC-191ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
- Bella Blue 720ΔE 3.23 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Caribbean Teal 2123-20ΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Sherwin-Williams Mediterranean SW 7617 matched across all 13 brands →