Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Svelte M100-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Novel Lilac (SW 6836), at ΔE 3.27 — very close.
Novel Lilac is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.27 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 Novel Lilac really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.27very close
- LRV
- 41.98Behr is 40
- Hex
- #C2A4C2#B8A3BB in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Novel Lilac is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Obi Lilac SW 6556ΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
- Berry Frappé SW 9068ΔE 4.43 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Magical SW 6829ΔE 4.66 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.4 points higher.