Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Serene Breeze M440-2
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Breaktime (SW 6463), at ΔE 2.31 — very close.
Breaktime is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.31 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 Breaktime really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.31very close
- LRV
- 65.92Behr is 65
- Hex
- #C4D9CE#BDD9D0 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Breaktime is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Meander Blue SW 6484ΔE 2.66 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
- Waterfall SW 6750ΔE 2.75 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.9 points higher.
- Waterscape SW 6470ΔE 3.09 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Serene Breeze M440-2 matched across all 13 brands →