Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Smiley Face P260-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Rayo de Sol (SW 9020), at ΔE 2.77 — very close.
Rayo de Sol is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.77 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 Rayo de Sol really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.77very close
- LRV
- 59.51Behr is 67
- Hex
- #F4C454#FFC962 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Rayo de Sol is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Butterfield SW 6676ΔE 2.78 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.8 points lower.
- June Day SW 6682ΔE 2.89 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.
- Afternoon SW 6675ΔE 3.04 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.