Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Running Water S-G-580
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Hyper Blue (SW 6965), at ΔE 3.69 — close.
Hyper Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.69 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 Hyper Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.69close
- LRV
- 9.62Behr is 11
- Hex
- #015F97#326193 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Hyper Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Azure Tide SW 9684ΔE 3.84 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
- Frank Blue SW 6967ΔE 5.12 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points lower.
- Revel Blue SW 6530ΔE 5.42 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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