Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Strong Iris M550-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Purple Passage (SW 6551), at ΔE 3.48 — very close.
Purple Passage is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.48 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 Purple Passage really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.48very close
- LRV
- 12.02Behr is 12
- Hex
- #645E77#5E5F7E in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Purple Passage is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mesmerize SW 6544ΔE 5.33 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Plummy SW 6558ΔE 5.75 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points lower.
- Ripe Berry SW 9689ΔE 6.94 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.