Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Secret Society MQ5-10
The closest Glidden colour is Cavalry (PPG1041-7), at ΔE 2.23 — very close.
Cavalry is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.23 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 Cavalry really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.23very close
- LRV
- 6.96Behr is 7
- Hex
- #3F4C5A#464E5A in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Cavalry is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Krimson Lake Blue 90BG 08/075ΔE 2.75 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Admiralty PPG1042-7ΔE 3.25 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
- Soothing Sapphire PPG10-09ΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Secret Society MQ5-10 matched across all 13 brands →