Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Toasted Bagel S230-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Wheat Penny (SW 7705), at ΔE 2.16 — very close.
Wheat Penny is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.16 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 Wheat Penny really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.16very close
- LRV
- 17.65Behr is 18
- Hex
- #976B53#986B4D in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Wheat Penny is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Antiquarian Brown SW 0045ΔE 2.32 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
- Brandywine SW 7710ΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Toasty SW 6095ΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Toasted Bagel S230-7 matched across all 13 brands →