Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Serene Thought P470-2
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Spa (SW 6765), at ΔE 2.65 — very close.
Spa is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.65 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 Spa really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.65very close
- LRV
- 64.48Behr is 64
- Hex
- #A7DCDC#9DDCE2 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Spa is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bora Bora Shore SW 9045ΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.1 points lower.
- Cloudless SW 6786ΔE 3.92 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.8 points lower.
- Gentle Aquamarine SW 9046ΔE 4.32 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.9 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Serene Thought P470-2 matched across all 13 brands →