Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Rose Bisque 140E-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Insightful Rose (SW 6023), at ΔE 3.67 — close.
Insightful Rose is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.67 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 Insightful Rose really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.67close
- LRV
- 46.48Behr is 43
- Hex
- #C9B0AB#C9A8A6 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Insightful Rose is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Orchid SW 0071ΔE 3.87 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Appleblossom SW 0076ΔE 3.98 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 8.3 points higher.
- Dressy Rose SW 6024ΔE 4.14 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.5 points lower.