Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tan-gent T13-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Oak Creek (SW 7718), at ΔE 2.40 — very close.
Oak Creek is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.40 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 Oak Creek really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.40very close
- LRV
- 30.8Behr is 31
- Hex
- #BB8D6B#B69073 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Oak Creek is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Yearling SW 7725ΔE 2.76 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
- Canoe SW 7724ΔE 3.24 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Craftsman Brown SW 2835ΔE 3.32 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.