Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Shallow Sea 520D-4
The closest PPG colour is Idyllic Isle (PPG1235-4), at ΔE 2.96 — very close.
Idyllic Isle is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.96 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 Idyllic Isle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.96very close
- LRV
- 55Behr is 49
- Hex
- #94C8D2#85C5CD 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 Idyllic Isle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aqua Fiesta PPG1147-4ΔE 3.27 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Fling Green PPG1234-4ΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Pacific Coast Blue 18BG 47/282ΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.