Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Sable Brown 240F-6
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Marmelo (No.316), at ΔE 4.53 — close.
Marmelo is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.53 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 Marmelo really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.53close
- LRV
- 19.46Behr is 17
- Hex
- #A36E4C#946A52 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Marmelo is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fox Red No.48ΔE 6.37 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.4 points higher.
- Wainscot No.55ΔE 6.82 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Book Room Red No.50ΔE 7.88 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.