What to Compare
Compare Behr and Sherwin-Williams using price per gallon, mildew resistance, uv/fade resistance. Check the exact product or local service proposal, then request matching written terms before choosing for your Florida home. Use the differences below to identify the questions that matter for your project.
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Behr
Features and considerations
- Sold exclusively at Home Depot — widely accessible
- Good one-coat hide on re-paints
- Premium Plus Ultra includes mildewcide for FL humidity
Limits and questions
- Professional painters often prefer SW for spray application
- Slightly less resistance to chalking in intense FL UV
- Fewer custom mixing options vs Sherwin-Williams stores
- Coverage can vary more batch-to-batch
Sherwin-Williams
Features and considerations
- Emerald Rain-Refresh cleans itself with rain — ideal for FL
- Over 200 store locations in Florida for color matching
Limits and questions
- Some DIYers find it less forgiving than Behr
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Behr | Sherwin-Williams | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per Gallon | Request an itemized quote for Behr; compare the same scope and payment period. | Request an itemized quote for Sherwin-Williams; compare the same scope and payment period. |
| Mildew Resistance | Ask for evidence for the exact Behr product or local service; match it to your project conditions. | Ask for evidence for the exact Sherwin-Williams product or local service; match it to your project conditions. |
| UV/Fade Resistance | Ask for evidence for the exact Behr product or local service; match it to your project conditions. | Ask for evidence for the exact Sherwin-Williams product or local service; match it to your project conditions. |
| Salt-Air Resistance | Ask for evidence for the exact Behr product or local service; match it to your project conditions. | Ask for evidence for the exact Sherwin-Williams product or local service; match it to your project conditions. |
| Warranty | Ask the Behr provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. | Ask the Sherwin-Williams provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. |
| Contractor Preference | Read the current Behr agreement for coverage, exclusions and cancellation terms. | Read the current Sherwin-Williams agreement for coverage, exclusions and cancellation terms. |
| Self-Cleaning Option | No | Yes (Emerald Rain-Refresh) |
| Fit for your project | Ask the Behr provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. | Ask the Sherwin-Williams provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does exterior paint need to be repainted in Florida?
Compare Behr and Sherwin-Williams on price per gallon, mildew resistance, uv/fade resistance, using the actual models or local proposals. Ask for supporting documentation and a written explanation of how the proposed option meets your needs.
Why do Florida painters prefer Sherwin-Williams?
SW's 200+ Florida store locations also make mid-job restocking easy.
Does paint color affect how long it lasts in Florida?
Ask each provider to give a written expectation for the exact Behr and Sherwin-Williams product or service being proposed. Clarify preparation, site conditions, maintenance and exclusions that could affect the result or schedule.
Consumer resources
Use these official resources when evaluating an offer. They provide general guidance and do not establish a winner between these options.
- FTC: checking home-repair offers and written agreements — General consumer guidance; not evidence of either brand's price or performance.