ColorplanSwiss Coffee vs Sea Salt
Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee OC-45 compared with Behr Sea Salt 780C-1
Swiss Coffee and Sea Salt are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.7) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.7 · Nearly identical
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Sea Salt reflects more light (LRV 86).
Side by side
| Swiss Coffee | Sea Salt | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Behr |
| Code | OC-45 | 780C-1 |
| LRV | 84 | 86 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | White | White |
| HEX | #EEECE1 | #F1EFE3 |
| Good for | whole-house walls, living rooms | trim and doors, ceilings |
Questions
What is the difference between Swiss Coffee and Sea Salt?
Swiss Coffee and Sea Salt are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.7) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Swiss Coffee or Sea Salt?
Sea Salt is lighter, with an LRV of 86 against 84.
How does Swiss Coffee compare to Sea Salt in a north-facing room?
Swiss Coffee may lean slightly gray in north light; check a sample on the north wall before committing. Sea Salt's warm undertone keeps it soft rather than gray in north light, which makes it a good white for north rooms.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.