Urbane Bronze vs Dragon's Breath
Sherwin-Williams Urbane Bronze SW 7048 compared with Benjamin Moore Dragon's Breath 1547
Urbane Bronze and Dragon's Breath 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.
Side by side
| Urbane Bronze | Dragon's Breath | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Benjamin Moore |
| Code | SW 7048 | 1547 |
| LRV | 8 | 8 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | Gray | Black |
| HEX | #54504A | #55514A |
| Good for | accent walls, front doors | accent walls, front doors |
Questions
What is the difference between Urbane Bronze and Dragon's Breath?
Urbane Bronze and Dragon's Breath 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, Urbane Bronze or Dragon's Breath?
They have the same LRV (8), so they're equally light.
How does Urbane Bronze compare to Dragon's Breath in a north-facing room?
Urbane Bronze will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright. The same goes for Dragon's Breath.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

