ComparisonComparisonBenjamin Moore 2147-20 and Valspar 6007-6C, ΔE 5.34 apart
Benjamin Moore Olive Moss (2147-20) and Valspar Crushed Oregano (6007-6C) measure a delta-E of 5.34 apart. Crushed Oregano is 2.3 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Crushed Oregano holds more color, chroma 44.5 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 Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 25.7 rather than matching by name.
Benjamin Moore Olive Moss and Valspar Crushed Oregano are delta-E 5.34 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 Valspar Crushed Oregano is delta-E 5.34.
Valspar Crushed Oregano is lighter than Benjamin Moore Olive Moss by 2.3 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Valspar Crushed Oregano carries more color than Benjamin Moore Olive Moss - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Olive Moss | Crushed Oregano | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Valspar |
| Code | 2147-20 | 6007-6C |
| Hex | #949146 | #9E9341 |
| Light reflectance | 25.7 | 28.0 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Chroma | 40.9 | 44.5 |
| Hue angle | 103.5° | 98.6° |
| Color family | yellow | yellow |