In The Moment → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Behr In The Moment (T18-15), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for In The Moment
If you love Behr In The Moment but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
In The Moment (T18-15) is a medium-dark green with muted teal undertones. Behr's 2018 Color of the Year. A muted teal that balances green and blue. Serene and sophisticated. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 32) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between In The Moment and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Wythe Blue (HC-143) with a Delta E of 5.2, which is a "good match" level match. Wythe Blue is lighter and bluer. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for In The Moment
Wythe Blue is lighter and bluer.
| In The Moment | Wythe Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 32 | 48.37 |
| Hex | #A6B1AA | #B9CBC6 |
| Undertone | Muted Teal | Soft Teal-Blue |
| Family | Green | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
In The Moment has muted teal undertones. Behr's 2018 Color of the Year. A muted teal that balances green and blue. Serene and sophisticated.
Wythe Blue has soft teal-blue undertones. A muted teal-blue with gray undertones. More colorful than Sea Salt, less bright than a true teal. Named for colonial Williamsburg history.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. In The Moment's muted teal quality may read differently than Wythe Blue's soft teal-blue character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
In The Moment in Your Room
Shifts between green and blue with light. Always calming and natural.
Wythe Blue in Your Room
The teal quality is most visible in bright natural light. In dim rooms, it reads as a sophisticated gray-blue. Beautiful and historical.
LRV and Brightness
In The Moment has an LRV of 32, while Wythe Blue has an LRV of 48.37. That means Wythe Blue reflects more light. If you switch from In The Moment to Wythe Blue, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for In The Moment
Behr recommends In The Moment for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, office, accent wall. With an LRV of 32, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Wythe Blue is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, dining room, office. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Wythe Blue in the same rooms you planned for In The Moment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for In The Moment (T18-15) is Wythe Blue (HC-143) with a Delta E of 5.2, which rates as a "good match" match. Wythe Blue is lighter and bluer. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. In The Moment is a Behr color with muted teal undertones and an LRV of 32. Wythe Blue is a Benjamin Moore color with soft teal-blue undertones and an LRV of 48.37. With a Delta E of 5.2, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 5.2, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.