Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Showstopper MQ5-34
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Vigorous Violet (SW 6838), at ΔE 2.41 — very close.
Vigorous Violet is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.41 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 Vigorous Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.41very close
- LRV
- 13.12Behr is 14
- Hex
- #7C5A7E#7F607F in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Vigorous Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Grape Harvest SW 6285ΔE 5.17 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
- Wood Violet SW 6557ΔE 5.78 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Passionate Purple SW 6981ΔE 5.91 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.