Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Ruffled Clam 350A-1
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Paperwhite (SW 7105), at ΔE 2.18 — very close.
Paperwhite is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.18 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 Paperwhite really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.18very close
- LRV
- 86.7Behr is 89
- Hex
- #F7EFDE#F9F2DC in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Paperwhite is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Honied White SW 7106ΔE 2.21 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Restful White SW 7563ΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 8.4 points lower.
- Carambola SW 9667ΔE 2.77 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.6 points lower.