Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Rain Storm 530F-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Marea Baja (SW 9185), at ΔE 3.35 — very close.
Marea Baja is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.35 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 Marea Baja really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.35very close
- LRV
- 7.78Behr is 9
- Hex
- #2E5464#3E5964 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Marea Baja is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bunglehouse Blue SW 0048ΔE 3.39 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Tempe Star SW 6229ΔE 3.52 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Seaworthy SW 7620ΔE 4.15 · close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.