Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Solitaire N560-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Mythical (SW 6550), at ΔE 2.85 — very close.
Mythical is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.85 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 Mythical really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.85very close
- LRV
- 19.66Behr is 20
- Hex
- #7E778E#7D798A in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Mythical is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Soulful Blue SW 6543ΔE 5.19 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Exclusive Plum SW 6263ΔE 5.53 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
- Special Gray SW 6277ΔE 5.82 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.