Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Prophetic Sea MQ6-34
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Lakeshore (SW 6494), at ΔE 4.53 — close.
Lakeshore is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.53 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 Lakeshore really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.53close
- LRV
- 26.77Behr is 23
- Hex
- #5B96A2#408E99 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Lakeshore is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cloudburst SW 6487ΔE 4.73 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Splashy SW 6942ΔE 5.14 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Manitou Blue SW 6501ΔE 5.31 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Prophetic Sea MQ6-34 matched across all 13 brands →