Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Raindance QE-53
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Moody Blue (SW 6221), at ΔE 2.03 — very close.
Moody Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.03 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 Moody Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.03very close
- LRV
- 26.52Behr is 28
- Hex
- #7A9192#819392 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Moody Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Morning at Sea SW 9634ΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Underseas SW 6214ΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points lower.
- Teal Taffeta VS 417ΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points lower.