Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Squash 290B-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Yarrow (SW 6669), at ΔE 2.28 — very close.
Yarrow is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.28 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 Yarrow really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.28very close
- LRV
- 48.2Behr is 49
- Hex
- #EBAD5E#F3AD51 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Yarrow is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Goldenrod SW 6677ΔE 2.48 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Summer Day SW 6662ΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Brittlebush SW 6684ΔE 3.71 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.