Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Soaring Sky S530-1
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Icelandic (SW 6526), at ΔE 2.15 — very close.
Icelandic is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.15 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 Icelandic really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.15very close
- LRV
- 67.48Behr is 62
- Hex
- #CBD8E1#C4D1DD in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.5 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Icelandic is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Icy SW 6534ΔE 2.46 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 5.8 points lower.
- Rhythmic Blue SW 6806ΔE 2.66 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.9 points higher.
- Mild Blue SW 6533ΔE 2.84 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.