Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis98.9% Match SimilaritySave $34 / Gallon
Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa
vs Behr Swiss Coffee
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Greek Villa (SW 7551)? 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: 0.42
Original (premium)$82/gal
Greek Villa
Sherwin-Williams (SW 7551)
HEX: #F0ECE2 โข LRV: 84
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
Swiss Coffee
Behr (12)
HEX: #F2EEE4 โข LRV: 84
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 0%. 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 Greek Villa | Behr Swiss Coffee | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #F0ECE2 | #F2EEE4 | ΔE 0.42 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 240, 236, 226 | 242, 238, 228 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 84% | 84% | Only 0% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Soft Warm White, Subtle Yellow-Beige | 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 Greek Villa (SW 7551)."