Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Purple Orchid 620F-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Mesmerize (SW 6544), at ΔE 3.29 — very close.
Mesmerize is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.29 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 Mesmerize really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.29very close
- LRV
- 12.99Behr is 13
- Hex
- #5D657B#626375 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Mesmerize is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Passage SW 6551ΔE 4.72 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Ripe Berry SW 9689ΔE 5.46 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
- Midnight SW 6264ΔE 5.66 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Orchid 620F-6 matched across all 13 brands →