Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Simple Silhouette 790B-5
The closest PPG colour is Flipper (PPG1018-6), at ΔE 2.56 — very close.
Flipper is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.56 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 Flipper really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.56very close
- LRV
- 17Behr is 17
- Hex
- #7F726B#7A716E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Flipper is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Deconstruction PPG1006-6ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Grey Hearth 30YY 16/032ΔE 3.41 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Tattle Tail PPG1019-6ΔE 3.41 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Simple Silhouette 790B-5 matched across all 13 brands →