Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Wild Boysenberry MQ1-44
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Carnelian (SW 7580), at ΔE 3.62 — close.
Carnelian is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.62 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 Carnelian really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.62close
- LRV
- 5.78Behr is 7
- Hex
- #573E3E#5A4747 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Carnelian is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bitter Chocolate SW 6013ΔE 3.90 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Plum Brown SW 6272ΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Chateau Brown SW 7510ΔE 4.59 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Wild Boysenberry MQ1-44 matched across all 13 brands →