Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Royal Intrigue 620D-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Gentian (SW 6817), at ΔE 4.10 — close.
Gentian is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.10 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 Gentian really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.10close
- LRV
- 17.55Behr is 17
- Hex
- #6572A5#687094 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Gentian is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Forget-Me-Not SW 6824ΔE 5.71 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Mesmerize SW 6544ΔE 6.66 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Soulful Blue SW 6543ΔE 6.81 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Royal Intrigue 620D-6 matched across all 13 brands →