Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore
Switching from Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore? Find the closest Benjamin Moore paint to any Sherwin-Williams color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Sherwin-Williams color:
Popular Sherwin-Williams → Benjamin Moore conversions
| Sherwin-Williams | Closest Benjamin Moore | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Agreeable Gray SW 7029 | Mocha Cream 995 | ΔE 2.04 · close |
| Repose Gray SW 7015 | Apparition 860 | ΔE 0.62 · imperceptible |
| Alabaster SW 7008 | Dune White 968 | ΔE 0.50 · imperceptible |
| Pure White SW 7005 | Vanilla Milkshake 2141-70 | ΔE 1.59 · near-perfect |
| Sea Salt SW 6204 | Cool Breeze CSP-665 | ΔE 0.92 · imperceptible |
| Accessible Beige SW 7036 | Inner Balance 1522 | ΔE 2.16 · close |
| Naval SW 6244 | Twilight 2058-10 | ΔE 4.03 · noticeable |
| Urbane Bronze SW 7048 | Tavern Charcoal CW-90 | ΔE 1.86 · near-perfect |
| Tricorn Black SW 6258 | Black 2132-10 | ΔE 0.64 · imperceptible |
| Iron Ore SW 7069 | Abyss 2128-20 | ΔE 2.52 · close |
| Mindful Gray SW 7016 | Northern Cliffs 1536 | ΔE 0.79 · imperceptible |
| Evergreen Fog SW 9130 | Cypress Green 509 | ΔE 2.76 · close |
| Snowbound SW 7004 | Cloud Cover 855 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Worldly Gray SW 7043 | Ashen Tan 996 | ΔE 1.58 · near-perfect |
| Pewter Green SW 6208 | Dark Olive 2140-30 | ΔE 4.12 · noticeable |
| Peppercorn SW 7674 | Randolph Gray CW-85 | ΔE 3.66 · noticeable |
| Dorian Gray SW 7017 | Rockport Gray HC-105 | ΔE 0.89 · imperceptible |
| Greek Villa SW 7551 | White Down 970 | ΔE 0.93 · imperceptible |
| Extra White SW 7006 | Cloud White 967 | ΔE 0.51 · imperceptible |
| Comfort Gray SW 6205 | Gray Horse 2140-50 | ΔE 2.77 · close |
| Rainwashed SW 6211 | Rhine River 689 | ΔE 1.00 · near-perfect |
| Indigo Batik SW 7602 | Hudson Bay 1680 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Inkwell SW 6992 | Black PM-9 | ΔE 4.41 · noticeable |
| Tradewind SW 6218 | Santorini Blue 1634 | ΔE 0.74 · imperceptible |
| Anew Gray SW 7030 | Pashmina AF-100 | ΔE 0.60 · imperceptible |
| Kilim Beige SW 6106 | Sierra Hills 1053 | ΔE 1.88 · near-perfect |
| Sage SW 7732 | Oilcloth CSP-760 | ΔE 1.99 · near-perfect |
| Halcyon Green SW 6213 | Grenadier Pond 698 | ΔE 1.51 · near-perfect |
| Quietude SW 6212 | Raindance 1572 | ΔE 0.63 · imperceptible |
| Creamy SW 7012 | Oatmeal 268 | ΔE 0.47 · imperceptible |
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 Sherwin-Williams Color to Benjamin Moore
Converting a Sherwin-Williams paint color to Benjamin Moore takes two steps. First, find the Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray is Mocha Cream (995) — a ΔE 2.04 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 Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore?
Most people convert Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Benjamin Moore but not Sherwin-Williams, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.
Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore conversion — FAQ
Is there a Benjamin Moore equivalent for every Sherwin-Williams color?+
For almost every color, yes. Benjamin Moore carries a deep deck, so most Sherwin-Williams colors land a close Benjamin Moore match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray?+
The closest Benjamin Moore match to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Mocha Cream (995), a ΔE 2.04 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Sherwin-Williams color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Benjamin Moore paint match my existing Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Benjamin Moore colors back to Sherwin-Williams?+
Yes — use the Benjamin Moore → Sherwin-Williams converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Sherwin-Williams color to any Benjamin Moore shade.
Does Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.