Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Rice Wine M320-2
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Lemon Meringue (SW 7561), at ΔE 1.35 — near-exact.
Lemon Meringue is a genuine substitute. At ΔE 1.35 the difference is smaller than most people can see on a wall, and smaller than the shift between two batches of the same colour.
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 Lemon Meringue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 1.35near-exact
- LRV
- 82.52Behr is 80
- Hex
- #F5EACC#F5E7C8 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Lemon Meringue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fresh Zest SW 9662ΔE 1.65 · near-exact · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Vital Yellow SW 6392ΔE 1.95 · near-exact · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.4 points lower.
- Morning Sun SW 6672ΔE 2.30 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.