Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis97.3% Match SimilaritySave $34 / Gallon
Sherwin-Williams Alabaster
vs Behr Swiss Coffee
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Alabaster (SW 7008)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 1.02
Original (premium)$82/gal
Alabaster
Sherwin-Williams (SW 7008)
HEX: #EDEAE0 โข LRV: 82
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
Swiss Coffee
Behr (12)
HEX: #F2EEE4 โข LRV: 84
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 2%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $34/gal (41%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Sherwin-Williams Alabaster | Behr Swiss Coffee | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #EDEAE0 | #F2EEE4 | ΔE 1.02 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 237, 234, 224 | 242, 238, 228 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 82% | 84% | Only 2% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Warm White, Cream, Soft Yellow | Warm Cream, Ivory, Soft Greige | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $82 | $48 | Save $34/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $820 | $480 | Save $340 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Behr Marquee/Premium tinted to Swiss Coffee (12). This is a verified match for Sherwin-Williams Alabaster (SW 7008)."