Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tropical Pool 550A-2
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Something Blue (SW 6800), at ΔE 3.09 — very close.
Something Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.09 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 Something Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.09very close
- LRV
- 62.99Behr is 70
- Hex
- #B0D6E6#BFDEEF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Something Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Soar SW 6799ΔE 3.18 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Atmospheric SW 6505ΔE 4.45 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
- Wondrous Blue SW 6807ΔE 4.69 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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