Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tandoori Spice PMD-81
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Rojo Dust (SW 9006), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Rojo Dust is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Rojo Dust really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 23.37Behr is 23
- Hex
- #B57466#AF746B in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Rojo Dust is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Coral Clay SW 9005ΔE 3.69 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Salon Rose SW 0061ΔE 4.29 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Reddish SW 6319ΔE 4.46 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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