Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Slate Pebble 780B-4
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Truly Taupe (SW 6038), at ΔE 2.08 — very close.
Truly Taupe is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.08 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 Truly Taupe really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.08very close
- LRV
- 35.46Behr is 39
- Hex
- #AC9E97#B2A59E in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Truly Taupe is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Palisade SW 7635ΔE 2.56 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- Restoration SW 9578ΔE 2.65 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
- Flexible Gray SW 6010ΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.