Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Vintage Velvet PPU15-18
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Dignified (SW 6538), at ΔE 4.87 — close.
Dignified is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 4.87 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 Dignified really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.87close
- LRV
- 6.82Behr is 8
- Hex
- #3B496D#485169 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Dignified is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Indigo Batik SW 7602ΔE 5.49 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Mineral Gray SW 2740ΔE 5.62 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
- Sea Mariner SW 9640ΔE 6.93 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Vintage Velvet PPU15-18 matched across all 13 brands →