Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Magical (SW 6829), at ΔE 2.65 — very close.
Magical is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.65 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 Magical really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.65very close
- LRV
- 46.38Behr is 45
- Hex
- #C0AFD0#C1ABD4 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Magical is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Free Spirit SW 6973ΔE 3.42 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points higher.
- Berry Frappé SW 9068ΔE 3.46 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.8 points lower.
- Novel Lilac SW 6836ΔE 4.69 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59 matched across all 13 brands →