Aegean Teal → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal (2136-40), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Aegean Teal
If you love Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal but need a Sherwin Williams 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 Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Aegean Teal (2136-40) is a medium-dark blue with rich teal undertones. BM's 2021 Color of the Year. A complex, intriguing teal that balances blue and green beautifully. Rich without being dark. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 24.46) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Aegean Teal and every Sherwin Williams 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.
Honestly, Sherwin Williams does not have a perfect equivalent for Aegean Teal. The closest option is Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) with a Delta E of 7.2, but at that distance the difference will be visible. Evergreen Fog is grayer and less blue. Aegean Teal has more color saturation and complexity. If getting this exact color is critical, you may want to explore custom color matching at a Sherwin Williams store.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Aegean Teal
Evergreen Fog is grayer and less blue. Aegean Teal has more color saturation and complexity.
| Aegean Teal | Evergreen Fog | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 24.46 | 30 |
| Hex | #8FA9A3 | #ACB1A3 |
| Undertone | Rich Teal | Muted Green |
| Family | Blue | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Aegean Teal has rich teal undertones. BM's 2021 Color of the Year. A complex, intriguing teal that balances blue and green beautifully. Rich without being dark.
Evergreen Fog has muted green undertones. A sophisticated muted sage green with gray undertones. The 2022 Color of the Year that has maintained its popularity. Earthy without being dark.
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. Aegean Teal's rich teal quality may read differently than Evergreen Fog's muted green 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
Aegean Teal in Your Room
In bright light, the blue and green play off each other beautifully. In dim rooms, it reads as a sophisticated gray-teal. Pairs well with warm neutrals and brass.
Evergreen Fog in Your Room
In bright light, the green is more pronounced. In dim rooms, it reads as a medium warm gray with just a hint of green. Very versatile and atmospheric.
LRV and Brightness
Aegean Teal has an LRV of 24.46, while Evergreen Fog has an LRV of 30. That means Evergreen Fog reflects more light. If you switch from Aegean Teal to Evergreen Fog, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Aegean Teal
Benjamin Moore recommends Aegean Teal for: living room, bedroom, accent wall, bathroom, office. With an LRV of 24.46, this is a medium-dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Evergreen Fog is recommended for: living room, bedroom, exterior, accent wall, office. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Evergreen Fog in the same rooms you planned for Aegean Teal.
Aegean Teal in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Aegean Teal (2136-40) is Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) with a Delta E of 7.2, which rates as a "approximate" match. Evergreen Fog is grayer and less blue. Aegean Teal has more color saturation and complexity. 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. Aegean Teal is a Benjamin Moore color with rich teal undertones and an LRV of 24.46. Evergreen Fog is a Sherwin Williams color with muted green undertones and an LRV of 30. With a Delta E of 7.2, 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 7.2, 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 Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams 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.