PPG Equivalent of Behr Secret Journal MQ1-57

Behr → PPG

PPG equivalent of Behr Secret Journal MQ1-57

The closest PPG colour is Suede Leather (PPG1072-6), at ΔE 4.03 — close.

Secret JournalBehr · MQ1-57
Suede LeatherPPG · PPG1072-6

Suede Leather is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 4.03 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 Suede Leather really is

Delta E (CIEDE2000)
4.03close
LRV
15Behr is 13
Hex
#896757#7C6055 in Behr

The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.

Other PPG options

Worth knowing if Suede Leather is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.

  • Poppy Pods PPG1075-6ΔE 4.16 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
  • Bold Brandy PPG1017-6ΔE 4.16 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
  • Warrior PPG1076-6ΔE 4.23 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.

Matches in every other brand

See Behr Secret Journal MQ1-57 matched across all 13 brands →