Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis75.9% Match SimilaritySave $51 / Gallon
Farrow & Ball Vert de Terre
vs Benjamin Moore October Mist
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Vert de Terre (No. 234)? 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: 5.6
Original (luxury)$145/gal
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball (No. 234)
HEX: #ACB2A0 โข LRV: 46
Budget Dupe (premium)$94/gal
October Mist
Benjamin Moore (1495)
HEX: #C2C3B4 โข LRV: 46.3
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Light Reflectance difference is only 0.3%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $51/gal (35%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Farrow & Ball Vert de Terre | Benjamin Moore October Mist | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #ACB2A0 | #C2C3B4 | ΔE 5.6 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 172, 178, 160 | 194, 195, 180 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 46% | 46.3% | Only 0.3% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Earth Green, Soft Sage, Celadon | Silvery Sage, Earthy Green, Pale Botanical | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $145 | $94 | Save $51/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $1450 | $940 | Save $510 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 Benjamin Moore Marquee/Premium tinted to October Mist (1495). This is a verified match for Farrow & Ball Vert de Terre (No. 234)."