Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Red Wire T12-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Emotional (SW 6621), at ΔE 4.34 — close.
Emotional is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.34 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 Emotional really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.34close
- LRV
- 20.62Behr is 23
- Hex
- #C65F47#DB5947 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Emotional is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Quite Coral SW 6614ΔE 4.69 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
- Full Bloom SW 9700ΔE 6.53 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Obstinate Orange SW 6884ΔE 6.71 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.