Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Purple Surf 620C-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Agapanthus (SW 9066), at ΔE 3.77 — close.
Agapanthus is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.77 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 Agapanthus really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.77close
- LRV
- 55.62Behr is 48
- Hex
- #BBC5DE#B3B8CF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Agapanthus is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Awesome Violet SW 6815ΔE 4.24 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Hyacinth Tint SW 6968ΔE 5.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.7 points higher.
- Daydream SW 6541ΔE 6.33 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.2 points higher.