Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Plum Rich MQ5-35
The closest Glidden colour is Pansy Petal (PPG1177-7), at ΔE 2.38 — very close.
Pansy Petal is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.38 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 Glidden
Most people comparing Behr to Glidden 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 Pansy Petal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.38very close
- LRV
- 7.55Behr is 8
- Hex
- #5F4561#64475E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Pansy Petal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Positively Purple PPG13-08ΔE 2.85 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
- Love Potion PPG1179-7ΔE 3.26 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
- Royal Plum PPG1178-7ΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.