Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Sea Ice P450-1
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Embellished Blue (SW 6749), at ΔE 2.94 — very close.
Embellished Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.94 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 Embellished Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.94very close
- LRV
- 79.04Behr is 84
- Hex
- #D7EBE2#D7F2ED in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Embellished Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Swimming SW 6764ΔE 4.22 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.9 points lower.
- Tame Teal SW 6757ΔE 4.31 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 10.7 points lower.
- Bravo Blue SW 6784ΔE 4.71 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.