Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Reef Blue S490-3
The closest PPG colour is Soft Bahama Blue (30BG 50/183), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Soft Bahama Blue is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Soft Bahama Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 50Behr is 47
- Hex
- #8FC1D0#93BDCF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Soft Bahama Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crystal Lake PPG1151-4ΔE 2.94 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Harbor Sky PPG1238-4ΔE 3.81 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Blue Bows PPG1158-3ΔE 4.04 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.