Behr → Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Behr Yellow Polka Dot HDC-SM14-11
The closest Sherwin-Williams colour is Olden Amber (SW 9013), at ΔE 3.20 — very close.
Olden Amber is the closest Sherwin-Williams makes, but at ΔE 3.20 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 Olden Amber really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.20very close
- LRV
- 53.02Behr is 56
- Hex
- #EEB76B#FCB867 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Sherwin-Williams options
Worth knowing if Olden Amber is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Yarrow SW 6669ΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.8 points lower.
- Sunrise SW 6668ΔE 3.65 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.
- Papaya SW 6661ΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Yellow Polka Dot HDC-SM14-11 matched across all 13 brands →