Behr to Sherwin-Williams
Switching from Behr to Sherwin-Williams? Find the closest Sherwin-Williams paint to any Behr color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Behr color:
Popular Behr → Sherwin-Williams conversions
| Behr | Closest Sherwin-Williams | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Cracked Pepper PPU18-01 | Greenblack SW 6994 | ΔE 3.58 · noticeable |
| Swiss Coffee 12 | Panda White SW 6147 | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Ultra Pure White 1850 | Cheviot SW 9503 | ΔE 0.99 · imperceptible |
| Blank Canvas DC-003 | Muslin SW 6133 | ΔE 0.73 · imperceptible |
| Back to Nature S340-4 | Haven SW 6437 | ΔE 1.99 · near-perfect |
| Dolphin Fin PPU18-15 | Allegory SW 9553 | ΔE 1.48 · near-perfect |
| In the Moment MQ6-49 | Underseas SW 6214 | ΔE 1.61 · near-perfect |
| Polar Bear 75 | Cold Foam SW 9504 | ΔE 0.77 · imperceptible |
| Silver Drop PPU18-19 | Useful Gray SW 7050 | ΔE 0.44 · imperceptible |
| Blueprint S470-5 | St. Bart's SW 7614 | ΔE 3.75 · noticeable |
| Dark Navy PPU14-20 | Naval SW 6244 | ΔE 3.46 · close |
| Castle Path PPU7-21 | Pewter Tankard SW 23 | ΔE 1.68 · near-perfect |
| Wheat Bread PPU7-19 | Natural Wool SW 9508 | ΔE 2.12 · close |
| Smoke Blue PPU14-10 | Bracing Blue SW 6242 | ΔE 2.96 · close |
| Falling Snow OR-W14 | Futon SW 7101 | ΔE 1.17 · near-perfect |
| Black PPU18-20 | Black Emerald SW 2936 | ΔE 10.12 · different |
| Carbon N520-7 | Armory SW 9600 | ΔE 2.44 · close |
| Cameo White PPU7-13 | Barely Pear SW 9666 | ΔE 1.44 · near-perfect |
| Bit of Sugar PPL-93 | Barely Pear SW 9666 | ΔE 1.44 · near-perfect |
| White Truffle MQ3-37 | Radiant Dawn SW 9661 | ΔE 1.36 · near-perfect |
| Pinch of Tan PPU3-7 | Believable Buff SW 6120 | ΔE 1.20 · near-perfect |
| Pewter Mug BNC-22 | Acier SW 9170 | ΔE 2.90 · close |
| Granite Boulder N520-5 | Attitude Gray SW 7060 | ΔE 0.78 · imperceptible |
| Forest Light S380-3 | Nurture Green SW 6451 | ΔE 4.03 · noticeable |
| Calming MQ6-49 | Underseas SW 6214 | ΔE 1.61 · near-perfect |
| Espresso Beans PPU5-19 | Iron Gate SW 2926 | ΔE 0.56 · imperceptible |
| Light French Gray 720E-2 | Alpaca SW 7022 | ΔE 2.46 · close |
| Stately Gray 720F-5 | Rushing River SW 7746 | ΔE 1.86 · near-perfect |
| Coastal Beige MQ3-22 | Relaxed Khaki SW 6149 | ΔE 1.46 · near-perfect |
| Egret White OR-W11 | Nacre SW 6154 | ΔE 0.83 · imperceptible |
Will the Sherwin-Williams version look the same?
If the ΔE is under 2, almost certainly — most people can't tell two colors with ΔE under 2 apart, even side by side. 2–3.5 is close; above 5 starts to read as a different color. These matches use published hex values, which are approximations of the real paint, so always brush a sample on the wall before you commit.
How To Convert a Behr Color to Sherwin-Williams
Converting a Behr paint color to Sherwin-Williams takes two steps. First, find the Behr color you want to switch — type its name or code into the search box above, or click the swatch to pick the color by hand. The tool compares it against the full Sherwin-Williams deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Sherwin-Williams equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Sherwin-Williams match to Behr Cracked Pepper is Greenblack (SW 6994) — a ΔE 3.58 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Sherwin-Williams name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Sherwin-Williams colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Sherwin-Williams is sold.
Why Convert Behr to Sherwin-Williams?
Most people convert Behr to Sherwin-Williams for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Sherwin-Williams but not Behr, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Behr color was discontinued, because Sherwin-Williams runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Sherwin-Williams and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Sherwin-Williams color that looks like the Behr original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Sherwin-Williams paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Sherwin-Williams Equivalent
Take the Sherwin-Williams color name and code to the paint counter and ask for it in the finish you need — matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss. Finish changes how a color reads, so if you are matching an existing Behr wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Sherwin-Williams match first and brush it on the wall next to the Behr original if you still have it. Let it dry fully and look at it in daylight and under your lamps at night before you commit to a full gallon.
Behr to Sherwin-Williams conversion — FAQ
Is there a Sherwin-Williams equivalent for every Behr color?+
For almost every color, yes. Sherwin-Williams carries a deep deck, so most Behr colors land a close Sherwin-Williams match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Behr colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Sherwin-Williams counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Sherwin-Williams color to Behr Cracked Pepper?+
The closest Sherwin-Williams match to Behr Cracked Pepper (PPU18-01) is Greenblack (SW 6994), a ΔE 3.58 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Behr color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Sherwin-Williams paint match my existing Behr walls?+
If the ΔE is under 2 it will be very close, but an existing wall may have faded or yellowed over the years. Always brush a Sherwin-Williams sample next to the old Behr paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Sherwin-Williams colors back to Behr?+
Yes — use the Sherwin-Williams → Behr converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Behr color to any Sherwin-Williams shade.
Does Behr or Sherwin-Williams paint cost less?+
Prices change by region, store, and sale, and the two brands sit in different product lines, so check current pricing at your local store. Many people convert Behr to Sherwin-Williams specifically because the Sherwin-Williams version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Behr to Sherwin-Williams conversion?+
The matches use ΔE2000, the same perceptual color-difference formula paint chemists use to check that two batches came out the same. It is accurate for choosing between real paint formulas, but the hex values are screen approximations — so a sample on the wall is always the final check.