Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Shady Oak PPF-43
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Studio Clay (SW 9172), at ΔE 2.05 — very close.
Studio Clay is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.05 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 Studio Clay really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.05very close
- LRV
- 27.13Behr is 26
- Hex
- #958D7F#908A7A 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 Studio Clay is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Terrain SW 9613ΔE 2.37 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
- Connected Gray SW 6165ΔE 2.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.
- Wool Sweater VS 365ΔE 2.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.