Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Pocket Watch N290-5
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Biscuit (No.38), at ΔE 2.27 — very close.
Biscuit is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 2.27 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 Biscuit really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.27very close
- LRV
- 39.45Behr is 41
- Hex
- #BBA682#C2A781 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Biscuit is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cats Paw No.240ΔE 2.53 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Planter PlanterΔE 4.34 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.
- Buff No.20ΔE 4.50 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.6 points lower.