Deep Silver → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Deep Silver (2124-30), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Deep Silver
If you love Benjamin Moore Deep Silver but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Deep Silver (2124-30) is a dark gray with cool dark gray undertones. A cool, dark gray with subtle green undertones. Deeper than Fieldstone, lighter than Raccoon Fur. Solid and reliable. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 16.44) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Deep Silver and every Behr 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 Behr option is Battleship Gray (PPU18-04) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Battleship Gray is more neutral. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Deep Silver
Battleship Gray is more neutral.
| Deep Silver | Battleship Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 16.44 | 16 |
| Hex | #7F8178 | #868381 |
| Undertone | Cool Dark Gray | Cool Dark Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Deep Silver has cool dark gray undertones. A cool, dark gray with subtle green undertones. Deeper than Fieldstone, lighter than Raccoon Fur. Solid and reliable.
Battleship Gray has cool dark gray undertones. A cool, dark gray with minimal undertone. Named for the steel hulls of warships. Strong, serious, and commanding. Darker than Cathedral Gray, cooler than Anonymous.
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. Deep Silver's cool dark gray quality may read differently than Battleship Gray's cool dark gray 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
Deep Silver in Your Room
The green is subtle. Reads as a cool dark gray in most conditions. The green prevents it from feeling sterile.
Battleship Gray in Your Room
Stays neutral and clean even at this dark depth. In bright light, reads as a solid cool gray. In dim rooms, approaches a sophisticated dark neutral. Does not pull warm or cool strongly.
LRV and Brightness
Deep Silver has an LRV of 16.44, while Battleship Gray has an LRV of 16. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Deep Silver
Benjamin Moore recommends Deep Silver for: accent wall, exterior, cabinets, office, bathroom vanity. With an LRV of 16.44, this is a 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.
Battleship Gray is recommended for: accent wall, exterior, front door, cabinets, office. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Battleship Gray in the same rooms you planned for Deep Silver.
Deep Silver in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Deep Silver (2124-30) is Battleship Gray (PPU18-04) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Battleship Gray is more neutral. 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. Deep Silver is a Benjamin Moore color with cool dark gray undertones and an LRV of 16.44. Battleship Gray is a Behr color with cool dark gray undertones and an LRV of 16. With a Delta E of 4.4, 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 4.4, 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.