Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Wine Not MQ1-02
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Cordial (SW 6306), at ΔE 2.42 — very close.
Cordial is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 2.42 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 Cordial really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.42very close
- LRV
- 10.82Behr is 11
- Hex
- #864C52#864C58 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Cordial is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aged Wine SW 6299ΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
- Juneberry SW 6573ΔE 4.25 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Berry Bush SW 6292ΔE 4.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.