Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Proper Purple P570-7
The closest PPG colour is Royal Iris (43RB 07/249), at ΔE 2.77 — very close.
Royal Iris is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.77 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 Royal Iris really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.77very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 8
- Hex
- #5D426A#59476B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Royal Iris is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Royal Indigo PPG1174-7ΔE 3.42 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Pansy Petal PPG1177-7ΔE 4.14 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Imperial Purple PPG1175-7ΔE 4.42 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Proper Purple P570-7 matched across all 13 brands →