Finding a Behr Equivalent for Cascade Green Alt 2

If you love Sherwin Williams Cascade Green Alt 2 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.

Cascade Green Alt 2 (SW 6748) is a dark green with rich garden green undertones. A rich, saturated garden green. Deeper than Retreat, more purely green than Jasper. The color of a well-tended herb garden in full summer. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 10) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.

We calculated the perceptual color distance between Cascade Green Alt 2 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.

Honestly, Behr does not have a perfect equivalent for Cascade Green Alt 2. The closest option is In The Moment (T18-15) with a Delta E of 6.2, but at that distance the difference will be visible. In The Moment is lighter and more teal. If getting this exact color is critical, you may want to explore custom color matching at a Behr store.

Behr Matches for Cascade Green Alt 2

In The Moment T18-15
Approximate · ΔE 6.2

In The Moment is lighter and more teal.

Cascade Green Alt 2In The Moment
LRV1032
Hex#5D7058#A6B1AA
UndertoneRich Garden GreenMuted Teal
FamilyGreenGreen

Undertone Comparison

Cascade Green Alt 2 has rich garden green undertones. A rich, saturated garden green. Deeper than Retreat, more purely green than Jasper. The color of a well-tended herb garden in full summer.

In The Moment has muted teal undertones. Behr's 2018 Color of the Year. A muted teal that balances green and blue. Serene and sophisticated.

The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Cascade Green Alt 2's rich garden green quality may read differently than In The Moment's muted teal character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.

How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting

Cascade Green Alt 2 in Your Room

In bright light, a lush, vibrant green. In dim rooms, a deep, moody dark green. Bold and natural.

In The Moment in Your Room

Shifts between green and blue with light. Always calming and natural.

LRV and Brightness

Cascade Green Alt 2 has an LRV of 10, while In The Moment has an LRV of 32. That means In The Moment reflects more light. If you switch from Cascade Green Alt 2 to In The Moment, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.

Best Rooms for Cascade Green Alt 2

Sherwin Williams recommends Cascade Green Alt 2 for: accent wall, front door, exterior, kitchen cabinets, powder room. With an LRV of 10, 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.

In The Moment is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, office, accent wall. 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.

Cascade Green Alt 2 in Other Brands

Looking for Cascade Green Alt 2 equivalents in other brands besides Behr? We have matches across all major paint brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

The closest Behr match for Cascade Green Alt 2 (SW 6748) is In The Moment (T18-15) with a Delta E of 6.2, which rates as a "approximate" match. In The Moment is lighter and more teal. 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. Cascade Green Alt 2 is a Sherwin Williams color with rich garden green undertones and an LRV of 10. In The Moment is a Behr color with muted teal undertones and an LRV of 32. With a Delta E of 6.2, 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 6.2, 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.

Colors on screen are approximations. Your monitor, lighting, and paint finish will affect how colors appear in your space. Always test with a physical paint sample before purchasing.

Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.