Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Purple Mauve 690F-5
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Brassica (No.271), at ΔE 4.03 — close.
Brassica is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.03 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 Brassica really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.03close
- LRV
- 23.79Behr is 26
- Hex
- #8D838C#9A8891 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Brassica is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sulking Room Pink No.295ΔE 7.94 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points higher.
- Cinder Rose No.246ΔE 10.35 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 14.1 points higher.
- Charleston Gray No.243ΔE 10.86 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.