Seine → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Valspar Seine (VR093E), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Seine
If you love Valspar Seine 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 Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Seine (VR093E) is a medium green with river green undertones. A soft green named for the Parisian river. Between Sparkling Sage and Mint Julep. Refined and calming, with French sophistication. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 48) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Seine 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 Austere Gray (SW 6184) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Austere Gray is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Seine
Austere Gray is similar.
| Seine | Austere Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 48 | 49 |
| Hex | #BEC6BB | #C1C5BD |
| Undertone | River Green | Cool Green-Gray |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Seine has river green undertones. A soft green named for the Parisian river. Between Sparkling Sage and Mint Julep. Refined and calming, with French sophistication.
Austere Gray has cool green-gray undertones. A cool green-gray. Lighter than Comfort Gray, more green than Silverpointe. Austere in the best sense: restrained and refined.
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
Seine in Your Room
The green is soft and cultivated. In bright rooms, a gentle sage. In dim rooms, a warm green-gray.
Austere Gray in Your Room
The green is soft and restrained. In bright rooms, a cool green-gray. In dim rooms, a balanced neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Seine has an LRV of 48, while Austere Gray has an LRV of 49. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Seine
Valspar recommends Seine for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, nursery. With an LRV of 48, 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.
Austere Gray is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, living room, hallway, kitchen. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Austere Gray in the same rooms you planned for Seine.
Seine in Other Brands
Looking for Seine equivalents in other brands besides Sherwin Williams? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Seine (VR093E) is Austere Gray (SW 6184) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Austere Gray 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. Seine is a Valspar color with river green undertones and an LRV of 48. Austere Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with cool green-gray undertones and an LRV of 49. 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 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.