Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Purple Mauve 690F-5
The closest PPG colour is Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5), at ΔE 2.65 — very close.
Gothic Amethyst is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.65 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 Gothic Amethyst really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.65very close
- LRV
- 28Behr is 26
- Hex
- #A38B93#9A8891 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Gothic Amethyst is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Smoky Quartz PPG18-08ΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Sonata Mauve 30RR 30/103ΔE 4.48 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Tin Lizzie PPG1172-5ΔE 4.48 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.