Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis96.8% Match SimilaritySave $46 / Gallon
Benjamin Moore Pale Oak
vs Behr Silver Drop
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Pale Oak (OC-20)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 1.21
Original (premium)$94/gal
Pale Oak
Benjamin Moore (OC-20)
HEX: #DFDCD3 โข LRV: 68.6
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
Silver Drop
Behr (790E-2)
HEX: #DBD7CE โข LRV: 67
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 1.6%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $46/gal (49%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Benjamin Moore Pale Oak | Behr Silver Drop | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #DFDCD3 | #DBD7CE | ΔE 1.21 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 223, 220, 211 | 219, 215, 206 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 68.6% | 67% | Only 1.6% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Soft Greige, Subtle Pink-Violet, Warm Cream | Warm Gray, Gentle Greige, Soft Taupe | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $94 | $48 | Save $46/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $940 | $480 | Save $460 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Behr Marquee/Premium tinted to Silver Drop (790E-2). This is a verified match for Benjamin Moore Pale Oak (OC-20)."