Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Upbeat P300-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Daffodil (SW 6901), at ΔE 2.78 — very close.
Daffodil is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.78 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 Daffodil really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.78very close
- LRV
- 71.32Behr is 80
- Hex
- #FAD97A#FFE487 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Daffodil is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fun Yellow SW 6908ΔE 2.98 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Sunny Veranda SW 9017ΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- Midday SW 6695ΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.6 points lower.