Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Velvet Curtain S540-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Soulful Blue (SW 6543), at ΔE 4.90 — close.
Soulful Blue is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.90 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 Soulful Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.90close
- LRV
- 20.3Behr is 24
- Hex
- #757C91#7E85A3 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Soulful Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dusty Heather SW 9073ΔE 5.54 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points higher.
- Searching Blue SW 6536ΔE 6.22 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
- Gentle Grape SW 9074ΔE 7.26 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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