Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Suntan Glow 230F-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Mellow Mauve (SW 0039), at ΔE 3.02 — very close.
Mellow Mauve is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.02 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 Mellow Mauve really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.02very close
- LRV
- 34.64Behr is 31
- Hex
- #C4957A#BE8C74 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Mellow Mauve is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Roycroft Rose SW 0034ΔE 3.70 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
- Renwick Rose Beige SW 2804ΔE 3.79 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.
- Subdued Sienna SW 9009ΔE 3.88 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.