Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Pistachio MQ4-42
The closest PPG colour is Secret Scribbles (PPG11-12), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Secret Scribbles is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 PPG
Most people comparing Behr to PPG 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 Secret Scribbles really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 40Behr is 42
- Hex
- #B7AD6E#BCAF65 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Secret Scribbles is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Split Pea Soup PPG1109-5ΔE 3.25 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Secret Safari PPG1110-4ΔE 3.46 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Gracious Glow PPG1116-5ΔE 3.71 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted.