Svelte Sage → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Svelte Sage (SW 6164), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Svelte Sage
If you love Sherwin Williams Svelte Sage 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.
Svelte Sage (SW 6164) is a medium-dark green with sage green undertones. A muted sage with real presence. More saturated than Comfort Gray. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 29) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Svelte Sage 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 Willow Creek (2139-40) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Willow Creek is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Svelte Sage
Willow Creek is close.
| Svelte Sage | Willow Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 29 | 38.42 |
| Hex | #A3A99D | #B3BCB2 |
| Undertone | Sage Green | Muted Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Svelte Sage has sage green undertones. A muted sage with real presence. More saturated than Comfort Gray.
Willow Creek has muted sage undertones. A muted sage green. Earthy and organic.
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
Svelte Sage in Your Room
Distinctly sage in bright rooms. A warm gray-green in dim rooms.
Willow Creek in Your Room
The sage quality is soft and natural. In dim rooms, reads as a warm gray-green.
LRV and Brightness
Svelte Sage has an LRV of 29, while Willow Creek has an LRV of 38.42. That means Willow Creek reflects more light. If you switch from Svelte Sage to Willow Creek, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Svelte Sage
Sherwin Williams recommends Svelte Sage for: kitchen, living room, bedroom, exterior, bathroom. With an LRV of 29, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Willow Creek is recommended for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Willow Creek in the same rooms you planned for Svelte Sage.
Svelte Sage in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Svelte Sage (SW 6164) is Willow Creek (2139-40) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Willow Creek 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. Svelte Sage is a Sherwin Williams color with sage green undertones and an LRV of 29. Willow Creek is a Benjamin Moore color with muted sage undertones and an LRV of 38.42. 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.