Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Purple Statice 650F-5
The closest PPG colour is Plum Shade (PPG1173-6), at ΔE 2.60 — very close.
Plum Shade is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.60 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 Plum Shade really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.60very close
- LRV
- 18Behr is 19
- Hex
- #78738B#80768E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Plum Shade is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ancient Violet 10RB 17/122ΔE 3.31 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Purple Rain PPG1174-6ΔE 4.98 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Amethyst Wisteria 10RB 21/218ΔE 5.40 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Statice 650F-5 matched across all 13 brands →