Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tandoori M170-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Peppery (SW 6615), at ΔE 2.46 — very close.
Peppery is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.46 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 Peppery really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.46very close
- LRV
- 16.94Behr is 19
- Hex
- #B85444#BB5C4D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Peppery is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Quite Coral SW 6614ΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.
- Emotional SW 6621ΔE 3.72 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
- Wild Poppy SW 9694ΔE 3.93 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.