Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Promenade 400F-5
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Lichen (No.19), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Lichen is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Lichen really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 33.67Behr is 36
- Hex
- #9C9F89#A4A38C in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Lichen is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- French Gray No.18ΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 6.3 points higher.
- Stone White No.11ΔE 3.86 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.8 points higher.
- Green Stone No.12ΔE 4.48 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.