Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Purple Hyacinth 590B-5
The closest Glidden colour is Centurion Blue (30BB 27/209), at ΔE 2.98 — very close.
Centurion Blue is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.98 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 Centurion Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.98very close
- LRV
- 26.45Behr is 27
- Hex
- #768EB3#6E8FC0 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Centurion Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- KIMONO PPG17-04ΔE 3.50 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
- Bright Sailing Sky Blue 25BB 30/318ΔE 3.60 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Gingham Blue 10BB 30/203ΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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