Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Privileged Elite MQ5-53
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Lupine (SW 6810), at ΔE 3.25 — very close.
Lupine is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.25 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 Lupine really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.25very close
- LRV
- 16.39Behr is 17
- Hex
- #4E739F#597695 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Lupine is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Revel Blue SW 6530ΔE 4.37 · close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Denim SW 6523ΔE 4.73 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Searching Blue SW 6536ΔE 4.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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