Sandstone Cliff → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Behr Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Sandstone Cliff
If you love Behr Sandstone Cliff 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.
Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09) is a medium beige with warm sandstone undertones. A warm, sandy beige with the layered quality of desert sandstone. Earthy and substantial at medium depth. 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 Sandstone Cliff 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 Mega Greige Light (SW 7638) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Jogging Path is lighter. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Sandstone Cliff
Jogging Path is lighter.
| Sandstone Cliff | Mega Greige Light | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 48 | 51 |
| Hex | #C3B9AA | #C5BEB3 |
| Undertone | Warm Sandstone | Warm Greige |
| Family | Beige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Sandstone Cliff has warm sandstone undertones. A warm, sandy beige with the layered quality of desert sandstone. Earthy and substantial at medium depth.
Mega Greige Light has warm greige undertones. A warm medium greige. Between Agreeable Gray and Mega Greige.
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
Sandstone Cliff in Your Room
Warm and earthy. In bright rooms, the sandstone quality is visible. In dim rooms, cozy and grounding.
Mega Greige Light in Your Room
Balanced warm neutral with good depth.
LRV and Brightness
Sandstone Cliff has an LRV of 48, while Mega Greige Light has an LRV of 51. 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 Sandstone Cliff
Behr recommends Sandstone Cliff for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway, exterior. 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.
Mega Greige Light is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Mega Greige Light in the same rooms you planned for Sandstone Cliff.
Sandstone Cliff in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09) is Mega Greige Light (SW 7638) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Jogging Path 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. Sandstone Cliff is a Behr color with warm sandstone undertones and an LRV of 48. Mega Greige Light is a Sherwin Williams color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 51. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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.