Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Rainwater P450-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Tantalizing Teal (SW 6937), at ΔE 2.64 — very close.
Tantalizing Teal is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.64 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 Tantalizing Teal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.64very close
- LRV
- 60.59Behr is 60
- Hex
- #87DCCE#87D9D2 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Tantalizing Teal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bora Bora Shore SW 9045ΔE 4.45 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points lower.
- Aqueduct SW 6758ΔE 4.85 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
- Holiday Turquoise SW 0075ΔE 5.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.6 points lower.