Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Polaris Blue PPU13-06
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Moody Blue (SW 6221), at ΔE 2.99 — very close.
Moody Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.99 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 Moody Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.99very close
- LRV
- 26.52Behr is 23
- Hex
- #7A9192#6F8A8C in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Moody Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mountain Stream SW 7612ΔE 4.36 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Blustery Sky SW 9140ΔE 4.61 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
- Portsmouth SW 9644ΔE 4.68 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Polaris Blue PPU13-06 matched across all 13 brands →