ColorplanHealing Aloe vs Sea Salt
Benjamin Moore Healing Aloe 1562 compared with Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt SW 6204
Healing Aloe is noticeably lighter (LRV 69 vs 60) than Sea Salt. Healing Aloe has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone, while Sea Salt has a green undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.3) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
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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, Healing Aloe reflects more light (LRV 69).
For a north-facing room, Healing Aloe is the safer choice because its warm undertone balances cool north light.
Side by side
| Healing Aloe | Sea Salt | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | 1562 | SW 6204 |
| LRV | 69 | 60 |
| Undertone | green-yellow | green |
| Family | Green | Blue |
| HEX | #D5DBD2 | #C7CDC5 |
| Good for | bedrooms, bathrooms | bedrooms, bathrooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Healing Aloe and Sea Salt?
Healing Aloe is noticeably lighter (LRV 69 vs 60) than Sea Salt. Healing Aloe has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone, while Sea Salt has a green undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.3) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, Healing Aloe or Sea Salt?
Healing Aloe is lighter, with an LRV of 69 against 60.
How does Healing Aloe compare to Sea Salt in a north-facing room?
Healing Aloe has a cool undertone that north light will push cooler and grayer; warm white trim helps balance it. The same goes for Sea Salt.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.