Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Whale Gray N470-6
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Grays Harbor (SW 6236), at ΔE 2.36 — very close.
Grays Harbor is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.36 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 Grays Harbor really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.36very close
- LRV
- 12.12Behr is 13
- Hex
- #596368#59676B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Grays Harbor is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gray Jacket VS 434ΔE 2.36 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Mountain Pass SW 9655ΔE 2.54 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points higher.
- Rain Cloud SW 9639ΔE 2.74 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.