Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Sea Life 490B-4
The closest Glidden colour is Thai Teal (53GG 50/360), at ΔE 2.38 — very close.
Thai Teal is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.38 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 Glidden
Most people comparing Behr to Glidden 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 Thai Teal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.38very close
- LRV
- 47.38Behr is 46
- Hex
- #56C9BC#5DC6BF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Thai Teal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tint of Turquoise PPG1232-5ΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.
- Pale Jade PPG1230-4ΔE 4.42 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Tropical Splash PPG1233-5ΔE 4.65 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points higher.