Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Veranda Iris 620D-4
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Vesper Violet (SW 6542), at ΔE 3.41 — very close.
Vesper Violet is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.41 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 Vesper Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.41very close
- LRV
- 35.18Behr is 37
- Hex
- #99A0B2#9DA4BE in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Vesper Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Awesome Violet SW 6815ΔE 4.74 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 8.0 points higher.
- Solitude SW 6535ΔE 5.76 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
- Dahlia SW 6816ΔE 6.50 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.