Filmy Green → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Filmy Green (SW 6190), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Filmy Green
If you love Sherwin Williams Filmy Green 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.
Filmy Green (SW 6190) is a light green with soft green undertones. A very light, soft green-gray. Like looking through a sheer green curtain. More green than Silver Strand, lighter than Comfort Gray. Calming and airy. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 63) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Filmy Green 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 Nature's Gift (PPU11-12) with a Delta E of 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Nature's Gift is a good match. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Filmy Green
Nature's Gift is a good match.
| Filmy Green | Nature's Gift | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 63 | 52 |
| Hex | #CDD5CC | #C4C8BD |
| Undertone | Soft Green | Soft Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Filmy Green has soft green undertones. A very light, soft green-gray. Like looking through a sheer green curtain. More green than Silver Strand, lighter than Comfort Gray. Calming and airy.
Nature's Gift has soft sage undertones. A soft sage green-gray. Natural and calming.
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
Filmy Green in Your Room
The green is soft and ethereal. In bright rooms, it reads as a fresh, light green. In dim rooms, it settles into a cool gray with green hints. Always calming.
Nature's Gift in Your Room
The sage is gentle. Reads as a green-tinged gray in most rooms.
LRV and Brightness
Filmy Green has an LRV of 63, while Nature's Gift has an LRV of 52. That means Filmy Green reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Filmy Green will make the space feel brighter and more open than Nature's Gift. If you are switching to the Behr option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Filmy Green
Sherwin Williams recommends Filmy Green for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, kitchen, sunroom. With an LRV of 63, 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.
Nature's Gift is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, nursery. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Nature's Gift in the same rooms you planned for Filmy Green.
Filmy Green in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Filmy Green (SW 6190) is Nature's Gift (PPU11-12) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Nature's Gift is a good match. 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. Filmy Green is a Sherwin Williams color with soft green undertones and an LRV of 63. Nature's Gift is a Behr color with soft sage undertones and an LRV of 52. With a Delta E of 3.4, 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 3.4, 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.