Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Purplestone 110F-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is River Rouge (SW 6026), at ΔE 2.38 — very close.
River Rouge is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.38 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 River Rouge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.38very close
- LRV
- 11.87Behr is 13
- Hex
- #76595D#7D5D5E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if River Rouge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Alaea SW 7579ΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- Bateau Brown SW 6033ΔE 3.58 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Poetry Plum SW 6019ΔE 5.05 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.