Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr River Road N270-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Yearling (SW 7725), at ΔE 2.09 — very close.
Yearling is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.09 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 Yearling really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.09very close
- LRV
- 27.75Behr is 29
- Hex
- #AD896A#AE8D6B in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Yearling is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Double Latte SW 9108ΔE 2.61 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Baguette SW 6123ΔE 2.69 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.
- Autumn Leaf VS 330ΔE 2.69 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.