Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Scarlet BXC-03
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Poinsettia (SW 6594), at ΔE 2.21 — very close.
Poinsettia is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.21 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 Poinsettia really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.21very close
- LRV
- 10.26Behr is 12
- Hex
- #9D373C#A73941 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Poinsettia is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Show Stopper SW 7588ΔE 2.56 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Radish SW 6861ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Antique Red SW 7587ΔE 3.21 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.