Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore equivalent of Sherwin-Williams Olivetone SW 9670
The closest Benjamin Moore colour is Sweet Basil (455), at ΔE 3.74 — close.
Sweet Basil is the closest Benjamin Moore makes, but at ΔE 3.74 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 Sweet Basil really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.74close
- LRV
- 13.51Sherwin-Williams is 10.93
- Hex
- #56664E#4E6342 in Sherwin-Williams
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.
Other Benjamin Moore options
Worth knowing if Sweet Basil is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Martha's Vineyard 630ΔE 4.21 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
- Peale Green HC-121ΔE 4.93 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points higher.
- Alligator Alley 441ΔE 5.87 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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