Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Skylark 530A-2
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Soar (SW 6799), at ΔE 2.07 — very close.
Soar is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.07 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 Soar really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.07very close
- LRV
- 70.31Behr is 73
- Hex
- #C3DFE8#C1E4F0 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Soar is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Minor Blue SW 6792ΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.
- Aviary Blue SW 6778ΔE 2.89 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Something Blue SW 6800ΔE 3.63 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.0 points lower.