Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Polished Stone PPU17-16
The closest Glidden colour is ELEPHANT GRAY (PPG15-17), at ΔE 2.52 — very close.
ELEPHANT GRAY is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.52 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 ELEPHANT GRAY really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.52very close
- LRV
- 23.7Behr is 26
- Hex
- #8D847F#928987 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if ELEPHANT GRAY is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pewter Mug PPG1004-5ΔE 2.96 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.
- Shining Armor PPG1003-5ΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Gray Violet PPG1014-5ΔE 3.10 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Polished Stone PPU17-16 matched across all 13 brands →