Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis89.7% Match SimilaritySave $34 / Gallon
Sherwin-Williams Naval
vs Behr NYPD
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Naval (SW 6244)? 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: 2.67
Original (premium)$82/gal
Naval
Sherwin-Williams (SW 6244)
HEX: #2F3D4C โข LRV: 4
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
NYPD
Behr (N480-7)
HEX: #293544 โข LRV: 6
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"
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 Naval | Behr NYPD | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #2F3D4C | #293544 | ΔE 2.67 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 47, 61, 76 | 41, 53, 68 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 4% | 6% | Only 2% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Deep Navy, Sapphire, Subtle Charcoal | Deep Navy, Steel Gray, Midnight Blue | 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 NYPD (N480-7). This is a verified match for Sherwin-Williams Naval (SW 6244)."