Compass Blue → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Behr Compass Blue (PPU13-08), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Compass Blue
If you love Behr Compass Blue 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 Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Compass Blue (PPU13-08) is a medium-dark blue with medium blue-gray undertones. A medium blue-gray with coastal character. More saturated than Reflecting Pool, less dark than a navy. The color of the ocean on an overcast day. Calm and confident. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 28) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Compass Blue 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 Samovar Silver (SW 6233) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Samovar Silver is lighter and more gray. Compass Blue has more blue saturation. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Compass Blue
Samovar Silver is lighter and more gray. Compass Blue has more blue saturation.
| Compass Blue | Samovar Silver | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 28 | 42 |
| Hex | #9AACB0 | #B7C0C1 |
| Undertone | Medium Blue-Gray | Cool Blue-Silver |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Compass Blue has medium blue-gray undertones. A medium blue-gray with coastal character. More saturated than Reflecting Pool, less dark than a navy. The color of the ocean on an overcast day. Calm and confident.
Samovar Silver has cool blue-silver undertones. A cool, silvery blue-gray. More blue than Silverplate, more gray than Silvermist. Named for the elegant Russian tea urn, it carries that same refined, cool sophistication.
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
Compass Blue in Your Room
The blue is definite and present. In bright rooms, it reads as a soft medium blue. In dim rooms, the gray calms it into a sophisticated neutral. A nice step beyond the typical light blue-grays.
Samovar Silver in Your Room
The blue-silver quality is consistent and refined. In bright rooms, the blue is soft and present. In dim rooms, the silver-gray takes over. Always sophisticated.
LRV and Brightness
Compass Blue has an LRV of 28, while Samovar Silver has an LRV of 42. That means Samovar Silver reflects more light. If you switch from Compass Blue to Samovar Silver, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Compass Blue
Behr recommends Compass Blue for: bedroom, bathroom, office, accent wall, living room. With an LRV of 28, 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.
Samovar Silver is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, office, living room, hallway. 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.
Compass Blue in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Compass Blue (PPU13-08) is Samovar Silver (SW 6233) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Samovar Silver is lighter and more gray. Compass Blue has more blue saturation. 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. Compass Blue is a Behr color with medium blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 28. Samovar Silver is a Sherwin Williams color with cool blue-silver undertones and an LRV of 42. 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 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.