Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Silk Ribbon 110B-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Dragon Fruit (SW 6855), at ΔE 3.69 — close.
Dragon Fruit is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.69 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 Dragon Fruit really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.69close
- LRV
- 22.97Behr is 25
- Hex
- #CC617F#C86E8B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Dragon Fruit is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cyclamen SW 6571ΔE 3.79 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points higher.
- Tuberose SW 6578ΔE 5.59 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.3 points higher.
- Red Clover SW 6564ΔE 5.94 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.