ComparisonComparisonBenjamin Moore 2147-20 and Sherwin-Williams SW 6712, ΔE 3.52 apart
Benjamin Moore Olive Moss (2147-20) and Sherwin-Williams Luau Green (SW 6712) measure a delta-E of 3.52 apart. Luau Green is 3.8 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Luau Green holds more color, chroma 43.6 against 40.9, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Olive Moss depth in Sherwin-Williams's line, start from its LRV of 25.7 rather than matching by name.
Benjamin Moore Olive Moss and Sherwin-Williams Luau Green are delta-E 3.52 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Benjamin Moore Olive Moss and Sherwin-Williams Luau Green is delta-E 3.52.
Sherwin-Williams Luau Green is lighter than Benjamin Moore Olive Moss by 3.8 points of light reflectance (LRV).
| Olive Moss | Luau Green | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | 2147-20 | SW 6712 |
| Hex | #949146 | #989746 |
| Light reflectance | 25.7 | 29.5 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Chroma | 40.9 | 43.6 |
| Hue angle | 103.5° | 104.7° |
| Color family | yellow | yellow |