Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis80.7% Match SimilaritySave $38 / Gallon
Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt
vs Valspar Gravity
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Sea Salt (SW 6204)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Lowe's.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 4.47
Original (premium)$82/gal
Sea Salt
Sherwin-Williams (SW 6204)
HEX: #CDD2CA โข LRV: 63
Budget Dupe (budget)$44/gal
Gravity
Valspar (4005-1B)
HEX: #CACAC8 โข LRV: 59
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Light Reflectance difference is only 4%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $38/gal (46%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt | Valspar Gravity | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #CDD2CA | #CACAC8 | ΔE 4.47 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 205, 210, 202 | 202, 202, 200 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 63% | 59% | Only 4% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Muted Green, Soft Gray, Coastal Blue | True Neutral Gray, Silver, Cool Slate | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $82 | $44 | Save $38/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $820 | $440 | Save $380 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Lowe's
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Valspar Marquee/Premium tinted to Gravity (4005-1B). This is a verified match for Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt (SW 6204)."