Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Vanity N540-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Modern Lavender (SW 9688), at ΔE 2.57 — very close.
Modern Lavender is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.57 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 Modern Lavender really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.57very close
- LRV
- 40.47Behr is 45
- Hex
- #A8AAB3#B1B3BB in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 4.5 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Modern Lavender is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Swanky Gray SW 6261ΔE 3.25 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Jubilee SW 6248ΔE 4.13 · close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Morning Fog SW 6255ΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.