Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Startling Orange S-G-230
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Knockout Orange (SW 6885), at ΔE 3.32 — very close.
Knockout Orange is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.32 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 Knockout Orange really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.32very close
- LRV
- 27.66Behr is 25
- Hex
- #E16F3E#E56131 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Knockout Orange is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Obstinate Orange SW 6884ΔE 4.25 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- Invigorate SW 6886ΔE 4.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points higher.
- Determined Orange SW 6635ΔE 6.28 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Startling Orange S-G-230 matched across all 13 brands →