Jasper → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Jasper (SW 6216), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Jasper
If you love Sherwin Williams Jasper 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.
Jasper (SW 6216) is a dark green with deep jewel green undertones. A deep, jewel-toned green with gray undertones. Named for the semiprecious stone. More refined than a basic forest green, with a mineral quality that feels luxurious and grounding. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 8) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Jasper 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 Backwoods (469) with a Delta E of 4.8, which is a "good match" level match. Backwoods is close. Both are deep, moody forest greens. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Jasper
Backwoods is close. Both are deep, moody forest greens.
| Jasper | Backwoods | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 8 | 10.45 |
| Hex | #54645B | #5D6F5B |
| Undertone | Deep Jewel Green | Deep Forest Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Jasper has deep jewel green undertones. A deep, jewel-toned green with gray undertones. Named for the semiprecious stone. More refined than a basic forest green, with a mineral quality that feels luxurious and grounding.
Backwoods has deep forest green undertones. BM's 2024 Color of the Year. A deep, rich forest green that brings the outdoors in. Bold enough for a statement but grounded by gray undertones that prevent it from feeling juvenile.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Jasper's deep jewel green quality may read differently than Backwoods's deep forest green character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Jasper in Your Room
In bright light, the green is rich and gem-like. In dim rooms, it reads as a very dark gray-green. Under warm light, the green glows. Dramatic and sophisticated.
Backwoods in Your Room
In bright light, the forest green is lush and natural. In dim rooms, it reads as a very dark, moody green-gray. Under warm light, the warmth of the green emerges beautifully.
LRV and Brightness
Jasper has an LRV of 8, while Backwoods has an LRV of 10.45. 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 Jasper
Sherwin Williams recommends Jasper for: accent wall, powder room, dining room, front door, kitchen island. With an LRV of 8, 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.
Backwoods is recommended for: accent wall, exterior, kitchen cabinets, front door, office. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Backwoods in the same rooms you planned for Jasper.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Jasper (SW 6216) is Backwoods (469) with a Delta E of 4.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Backwoods is close. Both are deep, moody forest greens. 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. Jasper is a Sherwin Williams color with deep jewel green undertones and an LRV of 8. Backwoods is a Benjamin Moore color with deep forest green undertones and an LRV of 10.45. With a Delta E of 4.8, 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 4.8, 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 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.