Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tree Bark 750B-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Browse Brown (SW 6012), at ΔE 3.15 — very close.
Browse Brown is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.15 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 Browse Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.15very close
- LRV
- 12.63Behr is 12
- Hex
- #6E615F#715E58 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Browse Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bateau Brown SW 6033ΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Nutshell SW 6040ΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
- Deepest Mauve SW 0005ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.