Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Teal Motif MQ6-35
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Maxi Teal (SW 6769), at ΔE 2.62 — very close.
Maxi Teal is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.62 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 Maxi Teal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.62very close
- LRV
- 12.74Behr is 12
- Hex
- #017478#006D73 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Maxi Teal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blue Nile SW 6776ΔE 3.39 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points higher.
- Really Teal SW 6489ΔE 3.50 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Intense Teal SW 6943ΔE 3.59 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.