Eider White → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Eider White (SW 7014), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Eider White
If you love Sherwin Williams Eider White 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.
Eider White (SW 7014) is a light white with warm purple-white undertones. A warm off-white with subtle purple-gray undertones. More gray than most whites but still reads as an off-white. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 73) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Eider White 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 Soft Focus (PPU12-11) with a Delta E of 4.8, which is a "good match" level match. Soft Focus is more neutral. Eider White has more undertone. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Eider White
Soft Focus is more neutral. Eider White has more undertone.
| Eider White | Soft Focus | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 73 | 62 |
| Hex | #DDDAD5 | #D2D2CE |
| Undertone | Warm Purple-White | Cool Neutral Gray |
| Family | White | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Eider White has warm purple-white undertones. A warm off-white with subtle purple-gray undertones. More gray than most whites but still reads as an off-white.
Soft Focus has cool neutral gray undertones. A light, clean gray with minimal undertone. One of Behr's most truly neutral grays.
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. Eider White's warm purple-white quality may read differently than Soft Focus's cool neutral 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
Eider White in Your Room
The purple shows in cool north light. In warm rooms, reads as a sophisticated warm off-white.
Soft Focus in Your Room
Stays neutral in most lighting conditions. A safe, clean gray that won't surprise you with unexpected undertones.
LRV and Brightness
Eider White has an LRV of 73, while Soft Focus has an LRV of 62. That means Eider White reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Eider White will make the space feel brighter and more open than Soft Focus. If you are switching to the Behr option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Eider White
Sherwin Williams recommends Eider White for: whole house, bedroom, hallway, bathroom, living room. With an LRV of 73, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Soft Focus is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, hallway, office. 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.
Eider White in Other Brands
Looking for Eider White equivalents in other brands besides Behr? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Eider White (SW 7014) is Soft Focus (PPU12-11) with a Delta E of 4.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Soft Focus is more neutral. Eider White has more undertone. 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. Eider White is a Sherwin Williams color with warm purple-white undertones and an LRV of 73. Soft Focus is a Behr color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 62. With a Delta E of 4.8, 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 4.8, 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 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.