Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Valentine Heart 690B-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Cyclamen (SW 6571), at ΔE 4.68 — close.
Cyclamen is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.68 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 Cyclamen really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.68close
- LRV
- 28.18Behr is 26
- Hex
- #C47B95#BA789E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Cyclamen is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Red Clover SW 6564ΔE 4.93 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points higher.
- Baroness SW 6837ΔE 7.09 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.
- Radiant Lilac SW 0074ΔE 9.20 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Valentine Heart 690B-5 matched across all 13 brands →