Middleton Pink → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Farrow & Ball Middleton Pink (No.245), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Middleton Pink
If you love Farrow & Ball Middleton Pink 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 Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Middleton Pink (No.245) is a light pink with soft vintage pink undertones. A soft, vintage pink from F&B. Named for the Welsh estate. More subtle than Calamine, with a gentle rose warmth that reads as a warm neutral in most rooms. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 66) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Middleton Pink 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.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Silver Peony (SW 6547) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Silver Peony has more gray. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Middleton Pink
Silver Peony has more gray.
| Middleton Pink | Silver Peony | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 66 | 53 |
| Hex | #DBD3CD | #CAC3C0 |
| Undertone | Soft Vintage Pink | Soft Pink-Gray |
| Family | Pink | Pink |
Undertone Comparison
Middleton Pink has soft vintage pink undertones. A soft, vintage pink from F&B. Named for the Welsh estate. More subtle than Calamine, with a gentle rose warmth that reads as a warm neutral in most rooms.
Silver Peony has soft pink-gray undertones. A soft, sophisticated pink-gray. Named for the silvery petals of a peony. More grown-up than a true pink, with enough gray to feel modern.
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
Middleton Pink in Your Room
The pink is whisper-soft. In cool light, the rose warmth shows. In warm rooms, reads as a warm off-white. Romantic and refined.
Silver Peony in Your Room
The pink is subtle. In cool north light, the pink shows. In warm rooms, reads as a warm gray. Elegant.
LRV and Brightness
Middleton Pink has an LRV of 66, while Silver Peony has an LRV of 53. That means Middleton Pink reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Middleton Pink will make the space feel brighter and more open than Silver Peony. If you are switching to the Sherwin Williams option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Middleton Pink
Farrow & Ball recommends Middleton Pink for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, hallway, living room. With an LRV of 66, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Silver Peony is recommended for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room, hallway. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Silver Peony in the same rooms you planned for Middleton Pink.
Middleton Pink in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Middleton Pink (No.245) is Silver Peony (SW 6547) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Silver Peony has more gray. 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. Middleton Pink is a Farrow & Ball color with soft vintage pink undertones and an LRV of 66. Silver Peony is a Sherwin Williams color with soft pink-gray undertones and an LRV of 53. With a Delta E of 4.4, 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 4.4, 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.