Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Split Rail N250-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Steady Brown (SW 6110), at ΔE 2.05 — very close.
Steady Brown is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.05 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 Steady Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.05very close
- LRV
- 16.48Behr is 17
- Hex
- #8A6B4D#8E6C51 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Steady Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Baked Cookie SW 9098ΔE 2.13 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
- Toasty SW 6095ΔE 2.56 · very close · The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
- Craft Paper SW 6125ΔE 3.03 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.