Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Saltwater 580E-2
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Icy (SW 6534), at ΔE 2.50 — very close.
Icy is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.50 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 Icy really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.50very close
- LRV
- 56.17Behr is 62
- Hex
- #BBC7D2#C2D0DE in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.8 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Icy is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wondrous Blue SW 6807ΔE 2.56 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points lower.
- Breathtaking SW 6814ΔE 2.64 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points higher.
- Icelandic SW 6526ΔE 2.89 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.5 points higher.