Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Quiet Moment ICC-66
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Dix Blue (No.82), at ΔE 2.56 — very close.
Dix Blue is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 2.56 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 Dix Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.56very close
- LRV
- 40.12Behr is 40
- Hex
- #96AFAC#96AEB0 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Dix Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ballroom Blue No.24ΔE 3.03 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Sardine SardineΔE 3.52 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.1 points lower.
- Ancona Blue No.9805ΔE 5.46 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.3 points higher.