Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Sesame PMD-79
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Cane (No.53), at ΔE 3.11 — very close.
Cane is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 3.11 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 Farrow & Ball
Most people comparing Behr to Farrow & Ball 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 Cane really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.11very close
- LRV
- 39.84Behr is 42
- Hex
- #CAA36C#D0A678 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Cane is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dutch Pink No.62ΔE 3.22 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points higher.
- Fake Tan No.9912ΔE 4.44 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- Entrance Hall Pink No.61ΔE 5.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.