Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Wild Sage 700F-5
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Retreat (SW 6207), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Retreat is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Retreat really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 20.87Behr is 23
- Hex
- #7A8076#7E877D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Retreat is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Homeland VS 416ΔE 2.75 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
- Taiga SW 9654ΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
- Willowleaf SW 9649ΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.