Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Semi Sweet 130F-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Deepest Mauve (SW 0005), at ΔE 3.25 — very close.
Deepest Mauve is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.25 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 Deepest Mauve really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.25very close
- LRV
- 11.13Behr is 10
- Hex
- #6D595A#6B5250 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Deepest Mauve is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- River Rouge SW 6026ΔE 4.47 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- Poetry Plum SW 6019ΔE 4.67 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Bateau Brown SW 6033ΔE 5.05 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.