Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Wild Ginger M270-7
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Cut the Mustard (SW 6384), at ΔE 2.70 — very close.
Cut the Mustard is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.70 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 Cut the Mustard really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.70very close
- LRV
- 26Behr is 27
- Hex
- #BA7F38#B78545 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 Cut the Mustard is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Butterscotch SW 6377ΔE 2.92 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
- Chamois SW 6131ΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
- Bosc Pear SW 6390ΔE 3.70 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 4.8 points higher.