Foggy Day → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Foggy Day (SW 6235), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Foggy Day
If you love Sherwin Williams Foggy Day 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.
Foggy Day (SW 6235) is a medium-dark blue with muted blue-gray undertones. A muted blue-gray at medium depth. Named for the soft, diffused light of a foggy morning. More blue than Mindful Gray, more gray than Smoky Blue. Atmospheric and contemplative. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 34) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Foggy Day 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 Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Reflecting Pool is lighter. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Foggy Day
Reflecting Pool is lighter.
| Foggy Day | Reflecting Pool | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 34 | 48 |
| Hex | #A8B2B4 | #BBC8CC |
| Undertone | Muted Blue-Gray | Soft Blue-Gray |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Foggy Day has muted blue-gray undertones. A muted blue-gray at medium depth. Named for the soft, diffused light of a foggy morning. More blue than Mindful Gray, more gray than Smoky Blue. Atmospheric and contemplative.
Reflecting Pool has soft blue-gray undertones. A soft blue-gray with coastal quality. Calming and breezy.
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
Foggy Day in Your Room
The fog-like quality is consistent. In bright rooms, the blue is soft and present. In dim rooms, the gray wraps the room in calm. Under warm light, the blue softens beautifully.
Reflecting Pool in Your Room
The blue is gentle and soothing. In bright rooms, distinctly blue-gray. In dim rooms, a cool neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Foggy Day has an LRV of 34, while Reflecting Pool has an LRV of 48. That means Reflecting Pool reflects more light. If you switch from Foggy Day to Reflecting Pool, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Foggy Day
Sherwin Williams recommends Foggy Day for: bedroom, bathroom, office, living room, dining room. With an LRV of 34, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Reflecting Pool is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, living room. 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.
Foggy Day in Other Brands
Looking for Foggy Day equivalents in other brands besides Behr? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Foggy Day (SW 6235) is Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Reflecting Pool is lighter. 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. Foggy Day is a Sherwin Williams color with muted blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 34. Reflecting Pool is a Behr color with soft blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 48. 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.