Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Rich Walnut PMD-60
The closest PPG colour is Brown Study (00YY 12/173), at ΔE 2.65 — very close.
Brown Study is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.65 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 Brown Study really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.65very close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 13
- Hex
- #755D47#7C5F4A 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 Brown Study is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chocolate Ripple PPG1078-7ΔE 2.77 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Fig Branches PPG1085-7ΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Spiced Cinnamon PPG1071-7ΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.