Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Smiley Face P260-6
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Babouche (No.223), at ΔE 4.73 — close.
Babouche is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.73 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 Babouche really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.73close
- LRV
- 56.7Behr is 67
- Hex
- #E8C266#FFC962 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.3 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Babouche is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Corngold No.9915ΔE 6.50 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.2 points lower.
- Citron No.74ΔE 6.51 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Yellow Ground No.218ΔE 7.02 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.