Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Sea Rover 540C-3
The closest PPG colour is Ariel (PPG1237-3), at ΔE 2.42 — very close.
Ariel is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.42 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 Ariel really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.42very close
- LRV
- 65Behr is 59
- Hex
- #AED7EA#A3D1E2 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Ariel is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tropical Lagoon 30BG 57/149ΔE 2.48 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Flemish Blue PPG1238-3ΔE 2.60 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Ocean Cruise PPG1236-4ΔE 3.21 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.