Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Soulful Music 600F-7
The closest Glidden colour is Federal Blue (50BB 08/129), at ΔE 3.34 — very close.
Federal Blue is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 3.34 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 Federal Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.34very close
- LRV
- 7.44Behr is 6
- Hex
- #444D63#3B4457 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Federal Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Black Flame PPG1043-7ΔE 3.88 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Admiralty PPG1042-7ΔE 3.90 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
- Victory Blue PPG1165-7ΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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