Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Reef Green 470A-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Retro Mint (SW 9036), at ΔE 5.00 — close.
Retro Mint is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 5.00 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 Retro Mint really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 5.00close
- LRV
- 54.17Behr is 66
- Hex
- #9FCDB1#A5E1C4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.8 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Retro Mint is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Kiwi SW 6737ΔE 6.01 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.8 points lower.
- Reclining Green SW 6744ΔE 6.02 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
- Refresh SW 6751ΔE 6.29 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.3 points lower.