Crestwood → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Crestwood (SW 0027), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Crestwood
If you love Sherwin Williams Crestwood but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Crestwood (SW 0027) is a dark green with muted forest undertones. A muted forest green. Darker than Chatroom, lighter than Jasper. Named for the wooded hilltop, it carries that same elevated, natural quality. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 15) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Crestwood and every Behr 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 Behr option is Laurel Garland (PPU11-09) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Laurel Garland is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Crestwood
Laurel Garland is similar.
| Crestwood | Laurel Garland | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 15 | 23 |
| Hex | #788176 | #969E91 |
| Undertone | Muted Forest | Dark Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Crestwood has muted forest undertones. A muted forest green. Darker than Chatroom, lighter than Jasper. Named for the wooded hilltop, it carries that same elevated, natural quality.
Laurel Garland has dark sage undertones. A dark, muted sage green. Deeper than Sage Wisdom, lighter than In The Moment. The rich, earthy green of dried laurel leaves.
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
Crestwood in Your Room
The forest green is muted and organic. In bright rooms, a definite green. In dim rooms, a dark gray-green.
Laurel Garland in Your Room
In bright rooms, the sage is earthy and grounding. In dim rooms, reads as a warm dark gray-green. A solid mid-dark sage.
LRV and Brightness
Crestwood has an LRV of 15, while Laurel Garland has an LRV of 23. That means Laurel Garland reflects more light. If you switch from Crestwood to Laurel Garland, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Crestwood
Sherwin Williams recommends Crestwood for: exterior, accent wall, kitchen cabinets, front door, office. With an LRV of 15, this is a 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.
Laurel Garland is recommended for: kitchen, accent wall, exterior, office, bedroom. 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.
Crestwood in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Crestwood (SW 0027) is Laurel Garland (PPU11-09) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Laurel Garland is similar. 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. Crestwood is a Sherwin Williams color with muted forest undertones and an LRV of 15. Laurel Garland is a Behr color with dark sage undertones and an LRV of 23. 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.