Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Toasted Nutmeg 200F-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Reddened Earth (SW 6053), at ΔE 2.54 — very close.
Reddened Earth is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.54 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 Reddened Earth really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.54very close
- LRV
- 19.15Behr is 21
- Hex
- #9C6E63#A47365 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Reddened Earth is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Moroccan Spice SW 6060ΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
- Rojo Dust SW 9006ΔE 4.22 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
- Cavern Clay SW 7701ΔE 5.05 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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