Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Rich Mahogany 710B-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Otter (SW 6041), at ΔE 3.60 — close.
Otter is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.60 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 Otter really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.60close
- LRV
- 6.32Behr is 8
- Hex
- #56433B#604944 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Otter is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chateau Brown SW 7510ΔE 3.63 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Fairfax Brown SW 2856ΔE 3.74 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Rookwood Dark Brown SW 2808ΔE 4.14 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Rich Mahogany 710B-7 matched across all 13 brands →