Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Solarium P310-7
The closest PPG colour is Golden Hour (PPG1214-6), at ΔE 2.44 — very close.
Golden Hour is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.44 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 Golden Hour really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.44very close
- LRV
- 52Behr is 52
- Hex
- #E4C14D#E1BA36 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Golden Hour is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sunday Sunshine 40YY 55/611ΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Golden Rae 30YY 49/562ΔE 3.18 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Grass Daisy PPG1215-6ΔE 3.90 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.0 points lower.