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Naval vs Old Navy

Sherwin-Williams Naval SW 6244 compared with Benjamin Moore Old Navy 2063-10

Naval is a touch warmer and noticeably more muted than Old Navy. Both have a cool blue undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.4) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.

Living room painted Naval on the left and Old Navy on the right
Naval · Sherwin-WilliamsOld Navy · Benjamin MoorePhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 3.4 · Close

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, Old Navy reflects more light (LRV 4).

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Side by side

NavalOld Navy
BrandSherwin-WilliamsBenjamin Moore
CodeSW 62442063-10
LRV34
Undertoneblueblue
FamilyBlueBlue
HEX#2E3441#2E3549
Good foraccent walls, front doorsaccent walls, front doors

Questions

What is the difference between Naval and Old Navy?

Naval is a touch warmer and noticeably more muted than Old Navy. Both have a cool blue undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.4) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.

Which is lighter, Naval or Old Navy?

Old Navy is lighter, with an LRV of 4 against 3.

How does Naval compare to Old Navy in a north-facing room?

Naval will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright. The same goes for Old Navy.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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