Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Silk Lining BWC-14
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Cotton White (SW 7104), at ΔE 2.19 — very close.
Cotton White is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.19 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 Cotton White really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.19very close
- LRV
- 87.06Behr is 88
- Hex
- #F7EFE3#FCEFE0 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Cotton White is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crisp Linen SW 6378ΔE 2.35 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.4 points lower.
- Honied White SW 7106ΔE 2.65 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Eggwhite SW 6364ΔE 2.67 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.2 points lower.