Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Plum Shade 100F-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Patchwork Plum (SW 0022), at ΔE 2.31 — very close.
Patchwork Plum is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.31 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 Patchwork Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.31very close
- LRV
- 15.62Behr is 14
- Hex
- #7E696A#786569 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Patchwork Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Poetry Plum SW 6019ΔE 3.42 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Expressive Plum SW 6271ΔE 4.62 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
- Deepest Mauve SW 0005ΔE 4.71 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.