Chatroom → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Chatroom (SW 6171), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Chatroom
If you love Sherwin Williams Chatroom 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.
Chatroom (SW 6171) is a dark green with earthy sage undertones. An earthy sage green at medium-dark depth. More muted than Rosemary, deeper than Acacia Haze. The kind of green you find in dried herbs and weathered garden sheds. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 18) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Chatroom 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 Nantucket Gray (HC-111) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Nantucket Gray is lighter. Chatroom 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 Chatroom
Nantucket Gray is lighter. Chatroom has more depth.
| Chatroom | Nantucket Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 18 | 25.66 |
| Hex | #858D80 | #9BA195 |
| Undertone | Earthy Sage | Muted Green-Gray |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Chatroom has earthy sage undertones. An earthy sage green at medium-dark depth. More muted than Rosemary, deeper than Acacia Haze. The kind of green you find in dried herbs and weathered garden sheds.
Nantucket Gray has muted green-gray undertones. A muted green-gray from the Historical Collection. Named for the island where shingled cottages have weathered to this exact shade. Earthy, historical, and distinctly New England.
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
Chatroom in Your Room
In bright light, the sage is earthy and organic. In dim rooms, it reads as a warm dark gray with green undertones. A versatile, natural color.
Nantucket Gray in Your Room
In bright light, the green is soft and natural. In dim rooms, it reads as a warm, earthy medium gray. One of BM's most popular exterior colors because it weathers beautifully.
LRV and Brightness
Chatroom has an LRV of 18, while Nantucket Gray has an LRV of 25.66. That means Nantucket Gray reflects more light. If you switch from Chatroom to Nantucket Gray, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Chatroom
Sherwin Williams recommends Chatroom for: exterior, kitchen, bedroom, accent wall, office. With an LRV of 18, 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.
Nantucket Gray is recommended for: exterior, living room, kitchen, office, accent wall. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Nantucket Gray in the same rooms you planned for Chatroom.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Chatroom (SW 6171) is Nantucket Gray (HC-111) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Nantucket Gray is lighter. Chatroom 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. Chatroom is a Sherwin Williams color with earthy sage undertones and an LRV of 18. Nantucket Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with muted green-gray undertones and an LRV of 25.66. With a Delta E of 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 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 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.