Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Purple Paradise PPU16-03
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Clematis (SW 6831), at ΔE 2.67 — very close.
Clematis is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.67 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 Clematis really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.67very close
- LRV
- 15.93Behr is 16
- Hex
- #7E6596#79669D in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Clematis is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Forget-Me-Not SW 6824ΔE 3.11 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- African Violet SW 6982ΔE 7.33 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.
- Passionate Purple SW 6981ΔE 7.82 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Paradise PPU16-03 matched across all 13 brands →