Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Plum Frost 660F-4
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Obi Lilac (SW 6556), at ΔE 2.21 — very close.
Obi Lilac is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.21 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 Obi Lilac really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.21very close
- LRV
- 38.71Behr is 41
- Hex
- #B0A3B6#B1A7B6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Obi Lilac is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ash Violet SW 6549ΔE 3.98 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.9 points lower.
- Beguiling Mauve SW 6269ΔE 4.65 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
- Mysterious Mauve SW 6262ΔE 5.67 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.9 points lower.