Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Wave Top M450-3
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Blue Sky (SW 0063), at ΔE 2.16 — very close.
Blue Sky is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.16 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 Blue Sky really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.16very close
- LRV
- 58.56Behr is 63
- Hex
- #ABD1C9#AFD9D3 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.4 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Blue Sky is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aqueduct SW 6758ΔE 3.15 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points lower.
- Spa SW 6765ΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
- Waterfall SW 6750ΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.9 points higher.