Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Turmeric M290-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Auric (SW 6692), at ΔE 3.14 — very close.
Auric is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.14 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 Auric really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.14very close
- LRV
- 29.73Behr is 31
- Hex
- #C48919#C08F34 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Auric is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crispy Gold SW 6699ΔE 3.50 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
- Different Gold SW 6396ΔE 3.59 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Trinket SW 6685ΔE 4.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.