Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Soft Heather 680F-4
The closest Glidden colour is Hint Of Mauve (30RR 42/079), at ΔE 2.42 — very close.
Hint Of Mauve is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.42 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 Glidden
Most people comparing Behr to Glidden 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 Hint Of Mauve really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.42very close
- LRV
- 42.8Behr is 42
- Hex
- #C0A9B2#BEA8B7 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Hint Of Mauve is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Lavish Lavender PPG1177-4ΔE 2.85 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points higher.
- Northern Light Purple 50RB 45/122ΔE 3.51 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
- Light French Lilac 50RB 39/138ΔE 3.88 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.