Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Soft Boiled P270-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Gusto Gold (SW 6904), at ΔE 2.78 — very close.
Gusto Gold is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.78 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 Gusto Gold really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.78very close
- LRV
- 49.67Behr is 55
- Hex
- #F8AC1D#FFB737 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.3 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Gusto Gold is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Goldfinch SW 6905ΔE 3.24 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Goldenrod SW 6677ΔE 3.37 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.9 points lower.
- Butterfield SW 6676ΔE 4.11 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.