Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Royal Peacock 540B-7
The closest PPG colour is Blue Paisley (PPG1238-6), at ΔE 2.72 — very close.
Blue Paisley is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.72 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 Blue Paisley really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.72very close
- LRV
- 20Behr is 20
- Hex
- #2282A8#0087B6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Blue Paisley is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Neptune PPG1237-7ΔE 3.74 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Quiet Night PPG1239-5ΔE 4.20 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Bellflower PPG1237-6ΔE 4.41 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Royal Peacock 540B-7 matched across all 13 brands →