Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Touch Of Class MQ1-47
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Dutch Cocoa (SW 6032), at ΔE 2.79 — very close.
Dutch Cocoa is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.79 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 Dutch Cocoa really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.79very close
- LRV
- 18.27Behr is 18
- Hex
- #8C706A#8E6F6E in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Dutch Cocoa is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Socialite SW 6025ΔE 2.92 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
- Rose Brocade SW 0004ΔE 4.44 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
- Patchwork Plum SW 0022ΔE 4.87 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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