Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Plummett (No.272), at ΔE 3.57 — close.
Plummett is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 3.57 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 Farrow & Ball
Most people comparing Behr to Farrow & Ball 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 Plummett really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.57close
- LRV
- 26.84Behr is 27
- Hex
- #8C8E8D#928E8E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Plummett is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Stoke StokeΔE 3.68 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Chemise No.216ΔE 4.86 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points higher.
- Mole's Breath No.276ΔE 4.88 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.