Sherwin-Williams to Behr
Switching from Sherwin-Williams to Behr? Find the closest Behr paint to any Sherwin-Williams color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Sherwin-Williams color:
Popular Sherwin-Williams → Behr conversions
| Sherwin-Williams | Closest Behr | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Agreeable Gray SW 7029 | Porch Swing Beige PPF-21 | ΔE 1.19 · near-perfect |
| Repose Gray SW 7015 | Gratifying Gray DC-008 | ΔE 0.52 · imperceptible |
| Alabaster SW 7008 | First Snow DC-006 | ΔE 0.91 · imperceptible |
| Pure White SW 7005 | Smoky White BWC-13 | ΔE 1.16 · near-perfect |
| Sea Salt SW 6204 | Silver Marlin N360-2 | ΔE 2.59 · close |
| Accessible Beige SW 7036 | Pecan Sandie 700C-3 | ΔE 0.54 · imperceptible |
| Naval SW 6244 | New Navy Blue BXC-26 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Urbane Bronze SW 7048 | Underground N200-7 | ΔE 1.87 · near-perfect |
| Tricorn Black SW 6258 | Beluga 770F-7 | ΔE 5.23 · different |
| Iron Ore SW 7069 | Winter Way PPU25-23 | ΔE 2.06 · close |
| Mindful Gray SW 7016 | Smokestack N220-3 | ΔE 3.28 · close |
| Evergreen Fog SW 9130 | Warm Stone BXC-10 | ΔE 1.70 · near-perfect |
| Snowbound SW 7004 | White Clay 730C-1 | ΔE 0.74 · imperceptible |
| Worldly Gray SW 7043 | Still Moment MQ6-59 | ΔE 0.78 · imperceptible |
| Pewter Green SW 6208 | Trail Print 790F-6 | ΔE 2.40 · close |
| Peppercorn SW 7674 | Windgate Hill MQ6-24 | ΔE 2.18 · close |
| Dorian Gray SW 7017 | Espresso Martini N210-4 | ΔE 2.09 · close |
| Greek Villa SW 7551 | Eastern Wind ECC-24-2 | ΔE 0.41 · imperceptible |
| Extra White SW 7006 | Nude W-f-210 W-F-210 | ΔE 0.44 · imperceptible |
| Comfort Gray SW 6205 | Recycled Glass MQ6-18 | ΔE 2.02 · close |
| Rainwashed SW 6211 | Water Surface QE-43 | ΔE 1.49 · near-perfect |
| Indigo Batik SW 7602 | Midnight Mosaic HDC-SM14-7 | ΔE 0.75 · imperceptible |
| Inkwell SW 6992 | Beluga 770F-7 | ΔE 7.00 · different |
| Tradewind SW 6218 | Porch Ceiling PPF-27 | ΔE 1.89 · near-perfect |
| Anew Gray SW 7030 | Pasha Brown MQ2-51 | ΔE 1.63 · near-perfect |
| Kilim Beige SW 6106 | Windsor Tan MQ2-26 | ΔE 1.37 · near-perfect |
| Sage SW 7732 | Warm Stone BXC-10 | ΔE 2.47 · close |
| Halcyon Green SW 6213 | Battleship Gray N360-4 | ΔE 0.60 · imperceptible |
| Quietude SW 6212 | Aquatone PMD-100 | ΔE 1.57 · near-perfect |
| Creamy SW 7012 | Raffia Cream 710C-2 | ΔE 0.00 · imperceptible |
Will the Behr 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 Sherwin-Williams Color to Behr
Converting a Sherwin-Williams paint color to Behr takes two steps. First, find the Sherwin-Williams 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 Behr deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Behr equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Behr match to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray is Porch Swing Beige (PPF-21) — a ΔE 1.19 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Behr name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Behr colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Behr is sold.
Why Convert Sherwin-Williams to Behr?
Most people convert Sherwin-Williams to Behr for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Behr but not Sherwin-Williams, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Sherwin-Williams color was discontinued, because Behr runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Behr and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Behr color that looks like the Sherwin-Williams original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Behr paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Behr Equivalent
Take the Behr 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 Sherwin-Williams wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Behr match first and brush it on the wall next to the Sherwin-Williams 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.
Sherwin-Williams to Behr conversion — FAQ
Is there a Behr equivalent for every Sherwin-Williams color?+
For almost every color, yes. Behr carries a deep deck, so most Sherwin-Williams colors land a close Behr match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Sherwin-Williams colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Behr counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Behr color to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray?+
The closest Behr match to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Porch Swing Beige (PPF-21), a ΔE 1.19 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Sherwin-Williams color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Behr paint match my existing Sherwin-Williams 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 Behr sample next to the old Sherwin-Williams paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Behr colors back to Sherwin-Williams?+
Yes — use the Behr → Sherwin-Williams converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Sherwin-Williams color to any Behr shade.
Does Sherwin-Williams or Behr 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 Sherwin-Williams to Behr specifically because the Behr version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Sherwin-Williams to Behr 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.