Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Polished Stone PPU17-16
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Slate Violet (SW 9155), at ΔE 3.17 — very close.
Slate Violet is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.17 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 Slate Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.17very close
- LRV
- 29.08Behr is 26
- Hex
- #989192#928987 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Slate Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dovetail SW 7018ΔE 3.64 · close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Smoke Screen VS 385ΔE 3.64 · close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Auger Shell SW 9159ΔE 3.92 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Polished Stone PPU17-16 matched across all 13 brands →