Raspberry Blush → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Raspberry Blush (2008-30), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Raspberry Blush
If you love Benjamin Moore Raspberry Blush 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.
Raspberry Blush (2008-30) is a dark pink with rich raspberry undertones. BM's 2023 Color of the Year. A bold, saturated raspberry pink. Not a pastel but a confident, dramatic pink with warm undertones. A statement color that challenges the neutral-everything trend. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 14.82) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Raspberry Blush 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 Raspberry Blush. The closest option is Resounding Rose (SW 6318) with a Delta E of 8, but at that distance the difference will be visible. Resounding Rose is much more muted. Raspberry Blush is bolder. No close SW match at this saturation. If getting this exact color is critical, you may want to explore custom color matching at a Sherwin Williams store.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Raspberry Blush
Resounding Rose is much more muted. Raspberry Blush is bolder. No close SW match at this saturation.
| Raspberry Blush | Resounding Rose | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 14.82 | 35 |
| Hex | #A85D63 | #BAA6A2 |
| Undertone | Rich Raspberry | Warm Dusty Rose |
| Family | Pink | Pink |
Undertone Comparison
Raspberry Blush has rich raspberry undertones. BM's 2023 Color of the Year. A bold, saturated raspberry pink. Not a pastel but a confident, dramatic pink with warm undertones. A statement color that challenges the neutral-everything trend.
Resounding Rose has warm dusty rose undertones. A warm, muted dusty rose. Sophisticated and grown-up pink.
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
Raspberry Blush in Your Room
In bright light, the raspberry is vibrant and eye-catching. In dim rooms, it deepens into a rich, moody berry. A color that rewards bold design decisions.
Resounding Rose in Your Room
The pink is soft and muted. Reads as a warm, rosy neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Raspberry Blush has an LRV of 14.82, while Resounding Rose has an LRV of 35. That means Resounding Rose reflects more light. If you switch from Raspberry Blush to Resounding Rose, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Raspberry Blush
Benjamin Moore recommends Raspberry Blush for: accent wall, powder room, dining room, bedroom, front door. With an LRV of 14.82, 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.
Resounding Rose is recommended for: bedroom, dining room, powder room, accent wall. 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.
Raspberry Blush in Other Brands
Looking for Raspberry Blush equivalents in other brands besides Sherwin Williams? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Raspberry Blush (2008-30) is Resounding Rose (SW 6318) with a Delta E of 8, which rates as a "approximate" match. Resounding Rose is much more muted. Raspberry Blush is bolder. No close SW match at this saturation. 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. Raspberry Blush is a Benjamin Moore color with rich raspberry undertones and an LRV of 14.82. Resounding Rose is a Sherwin Williams color with warm dusty rose undertones and an LRV of 35. With a Delta E of 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 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 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.