Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Plum Frost 660F-4
The closest PPG colour is Soft Dusty Violet (10RB 42/072), at ΔE 2.30 — very close.
Soft Dusty Violet is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.30 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 Soft Dusty Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.30very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 41
- Hex
- #B0ABBA#B1A7B6 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Soft Dusty Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cloudberry PPG1174-4ΔE 3.56 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Mineral Violet 10RB 36/082ΔE 3.67 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Ash Grove PPG1172-4ΔE 3.80 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.