Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Root Beer 240F-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Brevity Brown (SW 6068), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Brevity Brown is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Brevity Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 9.96Behr is 10
- Hex
- #715243#775240 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Brevity Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Smooth Bark VS 336ΔE 2.17 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted.
- Umber Rust SW 9100ΔE 2.97 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Rookwood Medium Brown SW 2807ΔE 3.32 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.