Silvermist → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Silvermist (SW 7621), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Silvermist
If you love Sherwin Williams Silvermist 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.
Silvermist (SW 7621) is a medium blue with soft blue-gray undertones. A soft, calming blue-gray. More blue than most grays, more gray than most blues. Sophisticated and serene. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 47) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Silvermist 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 Breeze (MQ3-21) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Breeze is a close match. Both are light, airy blue-grays. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Silvermist
Breeze is a close match. Both are light, airy blue-grays.
| Silvermist | Breeze | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 47 | 65 |
| Hex | #BAC6C7 | #CCD6D6 |
| Undertone | Soft Blue-Gray | Cool Blue-Gray |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Silvermist has soft blue-gray undertones. A soft, calming blue-gray. More blue than most grays, more gray than most blues. Sophisticated and serene.
Breeze has cool blue-gray undertones. A very light, airy blue-gray. Reads as a soft, coastal blue in bright rooms and a cool neutral gray in dim rooms.
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. Silvermist's soft blue-gray quality may read differently than Breeze's cool blue-gray 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
Silvermist in Your Room
The blue is gentle and always present. In cool north light, it reads as a definite blue-gray. In warm light, the gray calms the blue.
Breeze in Your Room
The blue is gentle and never overpowering. In bright south-facing rooms, it reads as a fresh blue-tinged gray. In north-facing rooms, it feels cool and serene.
LRV and Brightness
Silvermist has an LRV of 47, while Breeze has an LRV of 65. That means Breeze reflects more light. If you switch from Silvermist to Breeze, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Silvermist
Sherwin Williams recommends Silvermist for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, office, hallway. With an LRV of 47, this is a medium 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.
Breeze is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, sunroom. 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.
Silvermist in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Silvermist (SW 7621) is Breeze (MQ3-21) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Breeze is a close match. Both are light, airy blue-grays. 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. Silvermist is a Sherwin Williams color with soft blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 47. Breeze is a Behr color with cool blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 65. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. 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, 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.