Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Purple Potion S100-5
The closest Glidden colour is Frosted Mulberry (70RB 18/117), at ΔE 2.92 — very close.
Frosted Mulberry is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.92 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 Frosted Mulberry really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.92very close
- LRV
- 18.13Behr is 20
- Hex
- #847083#84758C in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Frosted Mulberry is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Heather's Plum 70RB 22/108ΔE 4.00 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
- Plum Shade PPG1173-6ΔE 4.30 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Ancient Violet 10RB 17/122ΔE 4.38 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Potion S100-5 matched across all 13 brands →