Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Stone Hearth 790B-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Metropolis (SW 9575), at ΔE 2.41 — very close.
Metropolis is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.41 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 Metropolis really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.41very close
- LRV
- 8.38Behr is 9
- Hex
- #59504F#5C5450 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Metropolis is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Stony Creek SW 9610ΔE 2.69 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Prelude SW 9620ΔE 2.93 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Manor House SW 7505ΔE 3.43 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.