Behr to Benjamin Moore
Switching from Behr to Benjamin Moore? Find the closest Benjamin Moore paint to any Behr color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Behr color:
Popular Behr → Benjamin Moore conversions
| Behr | Closest Benjamin Moore | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Cracked Pepper PPU18-01 | Black Tar 2126-10 | ΔE 3.45 · close |
| Swiss Coffee 12 | Lime White CW-95 | ΔE 0.45 · imperceptible |
| Ultra Pure White 1850 | Capitol White CW-10 | ΔE 1.25 · near-perfect |
| Blank Canvas DC-003 | Palace White 956 | ΔE 0.37 · imperceptible |
| Back to Nature S340-4 | Dill Weed 481 | ΔE 2.37 · close |
| Dolphin Fin PPU18-15 | Silver Fox 2108-50 | ΔE 2.09 · close |
| In the Moment MQ6-49 | Garden Oasis 699 | ΔE 1.20 · near-perfect |
| Polar Bear 75 | Moonlight White 2143-60 | ΔE 0.75 · imperceptible |
| Silver Drop PPU18-19 | Wish AF-680 | ΔE 1.87 · near-perfect |
| Blueprint S470-5 | Azurite CW-670 | ΔE 2.79 · close |
| Dark Navy PPU14-20 | North Sea CC-932 | ΔE 2.99 · close |
| Castle Path PPU7-21 | Willow Creek 1468 | ΔE 1.52 · near-perfect |
| Wheat Bread PPU7-19 | Bleached Gray ES-78 | ΔE 1.52 · near-perfect |
| Smoke Blue PPU14-10 | Wild Blue Yonder CSP-620 | ΔE 0.90 · imperceptible |
| Falling Snow OR-W14 | White Down 970 | ΔE 1.15 · near-perfect |
| Black PPU18-20 | Black PM-9 | ΔE 4.67 · noticeable |
| Carbon N520-7 | Black Jack 2133-20 | ΔE 0.69 · imperceptible |
| Cameo White PPU7-13 | Parish White CW-15 | ΔE 1.11 · near-perfect |
| Bit of Sugar PPL-93 | Marble White 942 | ΔE 0.76 · imperceptible |
| White Truffle MQ3-37 | Cake Batter CSP-215 | ΔE 0.40 · imperceptible |
| Pinch of Tan PPU3-7 | Antique Parchment 959 | ΔE 0.41 · imperceptible |
| Pewter Mug BNC-22 | Arctic Shadows 1559 | ΔE 1.44 · near-perfect |
| Granite Boulder N520-5 | Asphalt CC-548 | ΔE 2.42 · close |
| Forest Light S380-3 | Russell Green CW-495 | ΔE 1.43 · near-perfect |
| Calming MQ6-49 | Garden Oasis 699 | ΔE 1.20 · near-perfect |
| Espresso Beans PPU5-19 | Bittersweet Chocolate 2114-10 | ΔE 3.66 · noticeable |
| Light French Gray 720E-2 | Seattle Mist 1535 | ΔE 0.89 · imperceptible |
| Stately Gray 720F-5 | Vintage Pewter CSP-110 | ΔE 1.46 · near-perfect |
| Coastal Beige MQ3-22 | Market Square Shell CW-30 | ΔE 1.78 · near-perfect |
| Egret White OR-W11 | French Macaroon CSP-335 | ΔE 1.38 · near-perfect |
Will the Benjamin Moore version look the same?
If the ΔE is under 2, almost certainly — most people can't tell two colors with ΔE under 2 apart, even side by side. 2–3.5 is close; above 5 starts to read as a different color. These matches use published hex values, which are approximations of the real paint, so always brush a sample on the wall before you commit.
How To Convert a Behr Color to Benjamin Moore
Converting a Behr paint color to Benjamin Moore takes two steps. First, find the Behr color you want to switch — type its name or code into the search box above, or click the swatch to pick the color by hand. The tool compares it against the full Benjamin Moore deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Benjamin Moore equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Benjamin Moore match to Behr Cracked Pepper is Black Tar (2126-10) — a ΔE 3.45 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Benjamin Moore name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Benjamin Moore colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Benjamin Moore is sold.
Why Convert Behr to Benjamin Moore?
Most people convert Behr to Benjamin Moore for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Benjamin Moore but not Behr, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Behr color was discontinued, because Benjamin Moore runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Benjamin Moore and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Benjamin Moore color that looks like the Behr original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Benjamin Moore paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Benjamin Moore Equivalent
Take the Benjamin Moore color name and code to the paint counter and ask for it in the finish you need — matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss. Finish changes how a color reads, so if you are matching an existing Behr wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Benjamin Moore match first and brush it on the wall next to the Behr original if you still have it. Let it dry fully and look at it in daylight and under your lamps at night before you commit to a full gallon.
Behr to Benjamin Moore conversion — FAQ
Is there a Benjamin Moore equivalent for every Behr color?+
For almost every color, yes. Benjamin Moore carries a deep deck, so most Behr colors land a close Benjamin Moore match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Behr colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Benjamin Moore counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Benjamin Moore color to Behr Cracked Pepper?+
The closest Benjamin Moore match to Behr Cracked Pepper (PPU18-01) is Black Tar (2126-10), a ΔE 3.45 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Behr color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Benjamin Moore paint match my existing Behr walls?+
If the ΔE is under 2 it will be very close, but an existing wall may have faded or yellowed over the years. Always brush a Benjamin Moore sample next to the old Behr paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Benjamin Moore colors back to Behr?+
Yes — use the Benjamin Moore → Behr converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Behr color to any Benjamin Moore shade.
Does Behr or Benjamin Moore paint cost less?+
Prices change by region, store, and sale, and the two brands sit in different product lines, so check current pricing at your local store. Many people convert Behr to Benjamin Moore specifically because the Benjamin Moore version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Behr to Benjamin Moore conversion?+
The matches use ΔE2000, the same perceptual color-difference formula paint chemists use to check that two batches came out the same. It is accurate for choosing between real paint formulas, but the hex values are screen approximations — so a sample on the wall is always the final check.