Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Precious Stone M470-6
The closest PPG colour is Safe Harbor (PPG1235-6), at ΔE 3.07 — very close.
Safe Harbor is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.07 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 PPG
Most people comparing Behr to PPG 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 Safe Harbor really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.07very close
- LRV
- 24Behr is 20
- Hex
- #1E8EA1#328696 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Safe Harbor is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bermuda PPG1150-6ΔE 3.79 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Hawaiian Teal 16BG 24/357ΔE 4.07 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Dark Westwind Blue 30BG 24/224ΔE 4.16 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Precious Stone M470-6 matched across all 13 brands →