Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Sweet Molasses PPU5-20
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Clove (SW 9605), at ΔE 2.47 — very close.
Clove is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.47 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 Clove really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.47very close
- LRV
- 5.06Behr is 6
- Hex
- #453E39#4B423F in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Clove is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cracked Pepper SW 9580ΔE 2.56 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Sealskin SW 7675ΔE 2.98 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Black Fox SW 7020ΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Sweet Molasses PPU5-20 matched across all 13 brands →