Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Vaporize M520-1
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Rhythmic Blue (SW 6806), at ΔE 2.20 — very close.
Rhythmic Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.20 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 Rhythmic Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.20very close
- LRV
- 68.92Behr is 75
- Hex
- #CCDBE5#D0E3ED in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Rhythmic Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Moonmist SW 9144ΔE 2.58 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.3 points lower.
- Icelandic SW 6526ΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.5 points lower.
- Iceberg SW 6798ΔE 3.19 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.