Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Violet Water T12-17
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Breathtaking (SW 6814), at ΔE 3.01 — very close.
Breathtaking is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.01 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 Breathtaking really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.01very close
- LRV
- 63.19Behr is 67
- Hex
- #C7D1E2#D2D6E6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Breathtaking is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wishful Blue SW 6813ΔE 3.66 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.8 points higher.
- Hyacinth Tint SW 6968ΔE 3.71 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.3 points lower.
- Elation SW 6827ΔE 4.24 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.3 points higher.