Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Smell The Roses MQ1-08
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Rita's Rouge (SW 9003), at ΔE 4.43 — close.
Rita's Rouge is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.43 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 Rita's Rouge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.43close
- LRV
- 23.57Behr is 24
- Hex
- #BA7176#BB7283 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Rita's Rouge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cyclamen SW 6571ΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points higher.
- Red Clover SW 6564ΔE 4.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points higher.
- Pink Flamingo SW 0080ΔE 5.25 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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