Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Plush Velvet N100-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Soulmate (SW 6270), at ΔE 3.49 — very close.
Soulmate is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.49 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 Soulmate really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.49very close
- LRV
- 19.6Behr is 18
- Hex
- #85777B#7E737D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Soulmate is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Exclusive Plum SW 6263ΔE 3.99 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Grapy SW 7629ΔE 4.67 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Special Gray SW 6277ΔE 4.94 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points higher.