Canyon Dusk → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Behr Canyon Dusk (S210-4), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Canyon Dusk
If you love Behr Canyon Dusk but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Canyon Dusk (S210-4) is a medium-dark brown with warm terracotta undertones. Behr's 2019 Color of the Year. A warm terracotta brown with pink-orange undertones. Earthy and warm, inspired by desert canyon walls at sunset. A bold choice that brings natural warmth. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 24) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Canyon Dusk and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
Honestly, Sherwin Williams does not have a perfect equivalent for Canyon Dusk. The closest option is Urbane Bronze (SW 7048) with a Delta E of 8, but at that distance the difference will be visible. Urbane Bronze is grayer. Canyon Dusk is warmer and more orange. If getting this exact color is critical, you may want to explore custom color matching at a Sherwin Williams store.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Canyon Dusk
Urbane Bronze is grayer. Canyon Dusk is warmer and more orange.
| Canyon Dusk | Urbane Bronze | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 24 | 8 |
| Hex | #A5836C | #63584E |
| Undertone | Warm Terracotta | Warm Bronze-Brown |
| Family | Brown | Brown |
Undertone Comparison
Canyon Dusk has warm terracotta undertones. Behr's 2019 Color of the Year. A warm terracotta brown with pink-orange undertones. Earthy and warm, inspired by desert canyon walls at sunset. A bold choice that brings natural warmth.
Urbane Bronze has warm bronze-brown undertones. SW's 2021 Color of the Year. A warm, earthy dark brown with sophisticated depth. Richer and warmer than a dark gray, more refined than a chocolate.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Canyon Dusk in Your Room
The terracotta warmth is rich and inviting. In bright rooms, the pink-orange glow is visible. In dim rooms, it deepens into a warm, earthy brown. Beautiful with cream whites and dark accents.
Urbane Bronze in Your Room
In bright light, the warm bronze quality shines. In dim rooms, it reads as a rich, dark neutral. Stunning on front doors, accent walls, and exterior trim.
LRV and Brightness
Canyon Dusk has an LRV of 24, while Urbane Bronze has an LRV of 8. That means Canyon Dusk reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Canyon Dusk will make the space feel brighter and more open than Urbane Bronze. If you are switching to the Sherwin Williams option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Canyon Dusk
Behr recommends Canyon Dusk for: accent wall, dining room, bedroom, living room, powder room. With an LRV of 24, this is a medium-dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Urbane Bronze is recommended for: front door, accent wall, exterior, powder room, office. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Canyon Dusk in Other Brands
Looking for Canyon Dusk equivalents in other brands besides Sherwin Williams? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Canyon Dusk (S210-4) is Urbane Bronze (SW 7048) with a Delta E of 8, which rates as a "approximate" match. Urbane Bronze is grayer. Canyon Dusk is warmer and more orange. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Canyon Dusk is a Behr color with warm terracotta undertones and an LRV of 24. Urbane Bronze is a Sherwin Williams color with warm bronze-brown undertones and an LRV of 8. With a Delta E of 8, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.