Salamander → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore Salamander (2148-10), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Salamander
If you love Benjamin Moore Salamander but need a Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Salamander (2148-10) is a dark green with very dark forest green undertones. One of BM's darkest greens. A near-black forest green that reads as dark and dramatic. The color of deep woods at twilight. For those who want green taken to its boldest extreme. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 5.55) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Salamander and every Farrow & Ball 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 good news: there is a strong Farrow & Ball match for Salamander. Studio Green (No.93) comes in with a Delta E of 2.1, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Studio Green is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 5. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Salamander
Studio Green is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 5. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth.
| Salamander | Studio Green | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 5.55 | 5 |
| Hex | #3E4B3C | #38483C |
| Undertone | Very Dark Forest Green | Very Dark Forest Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Salamander has very dark forest green undertones. One of BM's darkest greens. A near-black forest green that reads as dark and dramatic. The color of deep woods at twilight. For those who want green taken to its boldest extreme.
Studio Green has very dark forest green undertones. One of F&B's darkest greens. A near-black forest green that was used in painters' studios because it did not reflect distracting light. Dramatic and atmospheric.
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
Salamander in Your Room
In bright light, you can see the dark green. In dim rooms, it reads as near-black with green depth. Extremely dramatic and moody.
Studio Green in Your Room
In bright direct light, the deep green is visible. In most rooms, it reads as a sophisticated near-black with green depth. Under candlelight, atmospheric and mysterious.
LRV and Brightness
Salamander has an LRV of 5.55, while Studio Green has an LRV of 5. 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 Salamander
Benjamin Moore recommends Salamander for: accent wall, front door, exterior trim, powder room, dining room. With an LRV of 5.55, 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.
Studio Green is recommended for: dining room, accent wall, powder room, library, 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.
Salamander in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Salamander (2148-10) is Studio Green (No.93) with a Delta E of 2.1, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Studio Green is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 5. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky 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. Salamander is a Benjamin Moore color with very dark forest green undertones and an LRV of 5.55. Studio Green is a Farrow & Ball color with very dark forest green undertones and an LRV of 5. With a Delta E of 2.1, 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 2.1, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball 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.