Cabot Trail → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Cabot Trail (CC-12), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Cabot Trail
If you love Benjamin Moore Cabot Trail 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.
Cabot Trail (CC-12) is a dark green with forest green-gray undertones. A rich, muted forest green. More depth than sage, less bold than emerald. Earthy and sophisticated. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 18.55) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Cabot Trail 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 Cabot Trail. The closest option is Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) with a Delta E of 6.5, but at that distance the difference will be visible. Evergreen Fog is lighter. Cabot Trail has more depth and richness. If getting this exact color is critical, you may want to explore custom color matching at a Sherwin Williams store.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Cabot Trail
Evergreen Fog is lighter. Cabot Trail has more depth and richness.
| Cabot Trail | Evergreen Fog | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 18.55 | 30 |
| Hex | #7F8F7F | #ACB1A3 |
| Undertone | Forest Green-Gray | Muted Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Cabot Trail has forest green-gray undertones. A rich, muted forest green. More depth than sage, less bold than emerald. Earthy and sophisticated.
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.
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
Cabot Trail in Your Room
In bright light, distinctly green. In dim rooms, a moody dark gray-green. Dramatic and nature-inspired.
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
Cabot Trail has an LRV of 18.55, while Evergreen Fog has an LRV of 30. That means Evergreen Fog reflects more light. If you switch from Cabot Trail to Evergreen Fog, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Cabot Trail
Benjamin Moore recommends Cabot Trail for: accent wall, exterior, office, powder room, kitchen island. With an LRV of 18.55, 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.
Evergreen Fog is recommended for: living room, bedroom, exterior, accent wall, 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.
Cabot Trail in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Cabot Trail (CC-12) is Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) with a Delta E of 6.5, which rates as a "approximate" match. Evergreen Fog is lighter. Cabot Trail has more depth and richness. 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. Cabot Trail is a Benjamin Moore color with forest green-gray undertones and an LRV of 18.55. Evergreen Fog is a Sherwin Williams color with muted green undertones and an LRV of 30. With a Delta E of 6.5, 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 6.5, 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.