Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Shades On T17-10
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Forged Steel (SW 9565), at ΔE 2.22 — very close.
Forged Steel is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.22 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 Forged Steel really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.22very close
- LRV
- 10.47Behr is 12
- Hex
- #5B5B59#605F5F in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Forged Steel is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Peppercorn SW 7674ΔE 2.67 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Cloak Gray SW 6278ΔE 3.19 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
- Grizzle Gray SW 7068ΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.