Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Violet Evening 630F-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Mesmerize (SW 6544), at ΔE 2.96 — very close.
Mesmerize is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.96 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 Mesmerize really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.96very close
- LRV
- 12.99Behr is 14
- Hex
- #5D657B#65677A in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Mesmerize is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Passage SW 6551ΔE 5.39 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Exclusive Plum SW 6263ΔE 5.97 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
- Ripe Berry SW 9689ΔE 6.92 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Violet Evening 630F-6 matched across all 13 brands →