Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tate Olive 390F-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Lemon Verbena (SW 7726), at ΔE 3.28 — very close.
Lemon Verbena is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.28 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 Lemon Verbena really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.28very close
- LRV
- 30.91Behr is 27
- Hex
- #9D986F#988F63 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Lemon Verbena is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tansy Green SW 6424ΔE 4.15 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
- Tupelo Tree SW 6417ΔE 4.37 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
- Sheraton Sage SW 0014ΔE 4.47 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.