Silver Peony → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Sherwin Williams Silver Peony (SW 6547), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Silver Peony
If you love Sherwin Williams Silver Peony 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.
Silver Peony (SW 6547) is a medium pink with soft pink-gray undertones. A soft, sophisticated pink-gray. Named for the silvery petals of a peony. More grown-up than a true pink, with enough gray to feel modern. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 53) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Silver Peony 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 Smoky White (PPU12-10) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Smoky White is more neutral. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Silver Peony
Smoky White is more neutral.
| Silver Peony | Smoky White | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 53 | 68 |
| Hex | #CAC3C0 | #D8D6D1 |
| Undertone | Soft Pink-Gray | Cool Light Gray |
| Family | Pink | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Silver Peony has soft pink-gray undertones. A soft, sophisticated pink-gray. Named for the silvery petals of a peony. More grown-up than a true pink, with enough gray to feel modern.
Smoky White has cool light gray undertones. A very light, cool gray. Almost white with gray depth.
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. Silver Peony's soft pink-gray quality may read differently than Smoky White's cool light 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
Silver Peony in Your Room
The pink is subtle. In cool north light, the pink shows. In warm rooms, reads as a warm gray. Elegant.
Smoky White in Your Room
Clean and cool. A modern light gray.
LRV and Brightness
Silver Peony has an LRV of 53, while Smoky White has an LRV of 68. That means Smoky White reflects more light. If you switch from Silver Peony to Smoky White, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Silver Peony
Sherwin Williams recommends Silver Peony for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room, hallway. With an LRV of 53, this is a medium 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.
Smoky White is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, whole house. 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.
Silver Peony in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Silver Peony (SW 6547) is Smoky White (PPU12-10) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Smoky White is more neutral. 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. Silver Peony is a Sherwin Williams color with soft pink-gray undertones and an LRV of 53. Smoky White is a Behr color with cool light gray undertones and an LRV of 68. 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 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.