Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Utah Sky 560A-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Something Blue (SW 6800), at ΔE 3.44 — very close.
Something Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.44 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)
- 3.44very close
- LRV
- 62.99Behr is 60
- Hex
- #B0D6E6#AED1E8 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Something Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Porch Ceiling SW 9063ΔE 3.82 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.6 points lower.
- Wondrous Blue SW 6807ΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Vast Sky SW 6506ΔE 3.90 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.1 points lower.