Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Sky Blue T14-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Embellished Blue (SW 6749), at ΔE 2.27 — very close.
Embellished Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.27 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 Embellished Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.27very close
- LRV
- 79.04Behr is 78
- Hex
- #D7EBE2#D3E9E5 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Embellished Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blue Horizon SW 6497ΔE 3.03 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Bravo Blue SW 6784ΔE 3.08 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Open Air SW 6491ΔE 3.21 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.9 points lower.