Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Red Stone 700B-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Dutch Cocoa (SW 6032), at ΔE 2.51 — very close.
Dutch Cocoa is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.51 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 Dutch Cocoa really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.51very close
- LRV
- 18.27Behr is 17
- Hex
- #8C706A#8D6B64 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Dutch Cocoa is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Reddened Earth SW 6053ΔE 4.34 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
- Mulberry Silk SW 0001ΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points higher.
- Swing Brown SW 6046ΔE 4.55 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.