Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Pixie Violet 620B-4
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Awesome Violet (SW 6815), at ΔE 2.39 — very close.
Awesome Violet is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.39 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Sherwin-Williams
Most people comparing Behr to Sherwin-Williams are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Awesome Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.39very close
- LRV
- 44.98Behr is 45
- Hex
- #A7B2D4#ACB1D4 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Awesome Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wisteria SW 6822ΔE 5.59 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points higher.
- Forever Lilac SW 9067ΔE 6.16 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.8 points lower.
- Agapanthus SW 9066ΔE 6.51 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.6 points higher.