Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Sea Life 490B-4
The closest PPG colour is Tint of Turquoise (PPG1232-5), at ΔE 3.07 — very close.
Tint of Turquoise is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.07 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 Tint of Turquoise really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.07very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 46
- Hex
- #41BFB5#5DC6BF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Tint of Turquoise is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- 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 6.0 points higher.
- Caribbean Crush PPG17-31ΔE 4.99 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.