Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Velvet Rope MQ5-58
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Indigo Batik (SW 7602), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Indigo Batik is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Indigo Batik really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 7.62Behr is 8
- Hex
- #3E5063#36526A in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Indigo Batik is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Endless Sea SW 9150ΔE 3.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
- Regatta SW 6517ΔE 4.93 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Indigo SW 6531ΔE 5.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.