Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Snowboard S460-4
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Open Seas (SW 6500), at ΔE 2.74 — very close.
Open Seas is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.74 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 Open Seas really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.74very close
- LRV
- 39.15Behr is 36
- Hex
- #83AFBC#74A9B9 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Open Seas is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ebbtide SW 6493ΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points higher.
- Aquitaine SW 9057ΔE 4.09 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.
- Adrift SW 7608ΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.