Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Song Bird S-G-540
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Danube (SW 6803), at ΔE 2.36 — very close.
Danube is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.36 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 Danube really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.36very close
- LRV
- 16.01Behr is 16
- Hex
- #2377A2#0078AF in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Danube is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blue Plate SW 6796ΔE 3.81 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
- Blue Chip SW 6959ΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.
- Down Pour SW 6516ΔE 7.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.