Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Teal Ice 490A-1
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Tame Teal (SW 6757), at ΔE 3.04 — very close.
Tame Teal is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.04 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 Tame Teal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.04very close
- LRV
- 73.3Behr is 81
- Hex
- #C1E6DF#D1EFE9 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 7.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Tame Teal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Embellished Blue SW 6749ΔE 3.25 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Waterfall SW 6750ΔE 3.53 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.1 points lower.
- Swimming SW 6764ΔE 3.59 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.9 points lower.