Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Sea Ridge 540B-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Jacaranda (SW 6802), at ΔE 2.71 — very close.
Jacaranda is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.71 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 Jacaranda really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.71very close
- LRV
- 30.35Behr is 32
- Hex
- #5A9EC0#45A3CB in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Jacaranda is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Major Blue SW 6795ΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
- Flyway SW 6794ΔE 5.19 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.3 points higher.
- Bluebird Feather SW 9062ΔE 6.25 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.