Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Simply Posh MQ5-55
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Yonder (No.9810), at ΔE 4.42 — close.
Yonder is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.42 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 Yonder really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.42close
- LRV
- 41.88Behr is 45
- Hex
- #8EB3C2#8CB9D4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Yonder is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Lulworth Blue No.89ΔE 4.95 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Bay Area Blue No.9815ΔE 5.22 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.8 points lower.
- Kittiwake No.307ΔE 6.88 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.3 points lower.