Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Shell Brook 690E-1
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Crystalline (SW 9691), at ΔE 2.50 — very close.
Crystalline is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.50 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 Crystalline really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.50very close
- LRV
- 77.35Behr is 81
- Hex
- #E9E3DE#EEE7E6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Crystalline is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Smart White SW 6007ΔE 2.85 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.6 points lower.
- Original White SW 7077ΔE 2.94 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.5 points lower.
- Ibis White SW 7000ΔE 2.96 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points higher.