Calm → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Calm (OC-22), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Calm
If you love Benjamin Moore Calm 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.
Calm (OC-22) is a light greige with warm greige undertones. A light greige. Aptly named. Warm, gentle, and versatile. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 64.55) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Calm 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.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Gossamer Veil (SW 9165) with a Delta E of 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Gossamer Veil is very close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Calm
Gossamer Veil is very close.
| Calm | Gossamer Veil | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 64.55 | 62 |
| Hex | #D8D2C8 | #D5CFC5 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Warm Soft Greige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Calm has warm greige undertones. A light greige. Aptly named. Warm, gentle, and versatile.
Gossamer Veil has warm soft greige undertones. A light, soft greige. More refined than Agreeable Gray. Gentle warmth with sophisticated gray depth.
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
Calm in Your Room
Soft and balanced. Reads as a warm off-white with greige depth.
Gossamer Veil in Your Room
Reads as a soft, warm neutral. The greige quality is gentle and never heavy.
LRV and Brightness
Calm has an LRV of 64.55, while Gossamer Veil has an LRV of 62. 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 Calm
Benjamin Moore recommends Calm for: whole house, bedroom, hallway, living room. With an LRV of 64.55, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Gossamer Veil is recommended for: whole house, bedroom, living room, hallway, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Gossamer Veil in the same rooms you planned for Calm.
Calm in Other Brands
Looking for Calm equivalents in other brands besides Sherwin Williams? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Calm (OC-22) is Gossamer Veil (SW 9165) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Gossamer Veil is very close. 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. Calm is a Benjamin Moore color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 64.55. Gossamer Veil is a Sherwin Williams color with warm soft greige undertones and an LRV of 62. With a Delta E of 3.4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. 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 3.4, 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 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.