Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Simplicity 640E-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Wishful Blue (SW 6813), at ΔE 3.49 — very close.
Wishful Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.49 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 Wishful Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.49very close
- LRV
- 71.79Behr is 63
- Hex
- #D8DDE6#CED0DB in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.8 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Wishful Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Breathtaking SW 6814ΔE 3.67 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Starry Night SW 6540ΔE 3.68 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points higher.
- Elation SW 6827ΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.3 points higher.