Behr → HGTV Home
HGTV Home equivalent of Behr Pistachio MQ4-42
The closest HGTV Home colour is Parakeet (HGSW6711), at ΔE 3.32 — very close.
Parakeet is the closest HGTV Home makes, but at ΔE 3.32 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and HGTV Home
Most people comparing Behr to HGTV Home are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Parakeet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.32very close
- LRV
- 41Behr is 42
- Hex
- #B4B05A#BCAF65 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other HGTV Home options
Worth knowing if Parakeet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Avocado Fruit HGSW2225ΔE 4.45 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Cool Avocado HGSW9029ΔE 4.45 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Ryegrass Seed HGSW2234ΔE 6.16 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.