Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Treasures S-H-340
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Different Gold (SW 6396), at ΔE 3.45 — very close.
Different Gold is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.45 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 Different Gold really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.45very close
- LRV
- 32.05Behr is 29
- Hex
- #BC934D#BA8B36 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Different Gold is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Auric SW 6692ΔE 3.66 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
- Nankeen SW 6397ΔE 4.71 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.
- Crispy Gold SW 6699ΔE 4.82 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.6 points higher.