Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Rare Wood MQ2-39
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Rookwood Dark Brown (SW 2808), at ΔE 2.67 — very close.
Rookwood Dark Brown is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.67 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 Rookwood Dark Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.67very close
- LRV
- 8.09Behr is 8
- Hex
- #5F4D43#594C42 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Rookwood Dark Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chateau Brown SW 7510ΔE 2.69 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Tungsten SW 9515ΔE 2.82 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Tea Leaf SW 9604ΔE 2.91 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.2 points higher.