Nebula → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Nebula (SW 7652-2), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Nebula
If you love Sherwin Williams Nebula 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.
Nebula (SW 7652-2) is a light gray with cool light gray undertones. A cool, clean light gray. More depth than Big Chill, less color than Silverpointe. Named for the cosmic cloud. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 61) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Nebula 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 Silver Satin (OC-26) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Silver Satin is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Nebula
Silver Satin is close.
| Nebula | Silver Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 61 | 72.91 |
| Hex | #D1CFCA | #E0DDD6 |
| Undertone | Cool Light Gray | Warm Silver-Cream |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Nebula has cool light gray undertones. A cool, clean light gray. More depth than Big Chill, less color than Silverpointe. Named for the cosmic cloud.
Silver Satin has warm silver-cream undertones. A very light warm gray with creamy silver undertones. Barely there color that reads as a warm off-white with gray sophistication.
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. Nebula's cool light gray quality may read differently than Silver Satin's warm silver-cream 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
Nebula in Your Room
Clean and neutral. A reliable light gray that stays gray in all conditions.
Silver Satin in Your Room
Almost white in bright rooms, with just enough gray to add depth. A refined, subtle choice for whole-house color.
LRV and Brightness
Nebula has an LRV of 61, while Silver Satin has an LRV of 72.91. That means Silver Satin reflects more light. If you switch from Nebula to Silver Satin, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Nebula
Sherwin Williams recommends Nebula for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, whole house, office. With an LRV of 61, 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.
Silver Satin is recommended for: whole house, bedroom, hallway, living room, bathroom. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Nebula (SW 7652-2) is Silver Satin (OC-26) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Silver Satin is 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. Nebula is a Sherwin Williams color with cool light gray undertones and an LRV of 61. Silver Satin is a Benjamin Moore color with warm silver-cream undertones and an LRV of 72.91. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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.