Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Wild Lilac PMD-34
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Intuitive (SW 6017), at ΔE 3.10 — very close.
Intuitive is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.10 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 Intuitive really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.10very close
- LRV
- 38.46Behr is 36
- Hex
- #B3A3A5#B09DA4 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Intuitive is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Orchid SW 0071ΔE 4.87 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Dressy Rose SW 6024ΔE 5.16 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points higher.
- Flexible Gray SW 6010ΔE 5.20 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.