Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr River Rocks N130-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Bateau Brown (SW 6033), at ΔE 2.10 — very close.
Bateau Brown is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.10 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 Bateau Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.10very close
- LRV
- 13.13Behr is 14
- Hex
- #7A5F5A#7E645D in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Bateau Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hot Cocoa SW 6047ΔE 2.21 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Bitter Sweet VS 321ΔE 2.21 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Quartersawn Oak SW 2836ΔE 3.84 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.