Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Tropical Splash 540D-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Jacaranda (SW 6802), at ΔE 3.28 — very close.
Jacaranda is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.28 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 Jacaranda really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.28very close
- LRV
- 30.35Behr is 31
- Hex
- #5A9EC0#5DA1BA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Jacaranda is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bluebird Feather SW 9062ΔE 3.52 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Major Blue SW 6795ΔE 4.64 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
- Manitou Blue SW 6501ΔE 5.57 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.5 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Splash 540D-5 matched across all 13 brands →