Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Plum S-H-670
The closest Glidden colour is Royal Indigo (PPG1174-7), at ΔE 2.64 — very close.
Royal Indigo is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.64 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 Royal Indigo really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.64very close
- LRV
- 6.36Behr is 7
- Hex
- #4E4260#55445E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Royal Indigo is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pansy Petal PPG1177-7ΔE 3.17 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
- Black Tulip 30RB 07/107ΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Royal Iris 43RB 07/249ΔE 4.98 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated.