Behr → HGTV Home
HGTV Home equivalent of Behr Reserve S120-5
The closest HGTV Home colour is Thistle (HGSW6283), at ΔE 2.13 — very close.
Thistle is the closest HGTV Home makes, but at ΔE 2.13 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 HGTV Home
Most people comparing Behr to HGTV Home 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 Thistle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.13very close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 29
- Hex
- #AA8E9A#AC8A98 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other HGTV Home options
Worth knowing if Thistle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Plumeria Blossom HGSW2024ΔE 5.20 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Audrey's Blush HGSW9001ΔE 5.20 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Victoria Rose HGSW1014ΔE 6.31 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.