Oyster Bay → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay (SW 6206), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Oyster Bay
If you love Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay 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 Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Oyster Bay (SW 6206) is a medium green with muted sage undertones. A muted sage green with gray undertones. More saturated than Comfort Gray, less bold than a true sage. Organic and calming. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 43) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Oyster Bay 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 October Mist (1495) with a Delta E of 4.8, which is a "good match" level match. October Mist is lighter and more subtle. Oyster Bay has more depth. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Oyster Bay
October Mist is lighter and more subtle. Oyster Bay has more depth.
| Oyster Bay | October Mist | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 43 | 56 |
| Hex | #B6C1B8 | #C5CABC |
| Undertone | Muted Sage | Soft Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Oyster Bay has muted sage undertones. A muted sage green with gray undertones. More saturated than Comfort Gray, less bold than a true sage. Organic and calming.
October Mist has soft sage undertones. Benjamin Moore's 2022 Color of the Year. A gentle, muted sage green with gray undertones. More subtle and lighter than Sherwin Williams' Evergreen Fog.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Oyster Bay in Your Room
In bright light, the green is pleasantly present. In dim rooms, it reads as a warm gray with green undertones.
October Mist in Your Room
In bright light, the green is soft and pleasant. In dim or north-facing rooms, it reads almost as a warm gray with a green whisper. Very versatile and calming.
LRV and Brightness
Oyster Bay has an LRV of 43, while October Mist has an LRV of 56. That means October Mist reflects more light. If you switch from Oyster Bay to October Mist, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Oyster Bay
Sherwin Williams recommends Oyster Bay for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchen, nursery. With an LRV of 43, this is a medium 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.
October Mist is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, nursery, office. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Oyster Bay in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Oyster Bay (SW 6206) is October Mist (1495) with a Delta E of 4.8, which rates as a "good match" match. October Mist is lighter and more subtle. Oyster Bay has more depth. 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. Oyster Bay is a Sherwin Williams color with muted sage undertones and an LRV of 43. October Mist is a Benjamin Moore color with soft sage undertones and an LRV of 56. With a Delta E of 4.8, 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 4.8, 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.