Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Rich Pewter QE-61
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Down Pipe (No.26), at ΔE 4.59 — close.
Down Pipe is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.59 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 Down Pipe really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.59close
- LRV
- 12.73Behr is 16
- Hex
- #606565#6B7172 in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Down Pipe is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Barrow Blue Barrow BlueΔE 5.52 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.2 points higher.
- Douter No.318ΔE 5.91 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Inchyra Blue No.289ΔE 6.01 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.