Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Stormy Gray BXC-58
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Westchester Gray (SW 2849), at ΔE 2.14 — very close.
Westchester Gray is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.14 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 Westchester Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.14very close
- LRV
- 19.18Behr is 20
- Hex
- #797978#7D7B7C in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Westchester Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sensuous Gray SW 7081ΔE 2.55 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Special Gray SW 6277ΔE 2.63 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Before the Storm SW 9564ΔE 3.38 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.