Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Sailor's Bay M510-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Revel Blue (SW 6530), at ΔE 2.24 — very close.
Revel Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.24 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 Revel Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.24very close
- LRV
- 13.76Behr is 15
- Hex
- #4C6B8A#496F8E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Revel Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Denim SW 6523ΔE 2.76 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Down Pour SW 6516ΔE 3.41 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Azure Tide SW 9684ΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.