Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Spearmint Frosting HDC-WR14-8
The closest PPG colour is Grand Gusto (PPG1132-4), at ΔE 2.39 — very close.
Grand Gusto is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.39 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 Grand Gusto really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.39very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 47
- Hex
- #86BB9D#8DC2A8 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Grand Gusto is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Green Balloon PPG1228-4ΔE 2.53 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Heath Green PPG1226-4ΔE 4.16 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Key Largo PPG1140-4ΔE 4.25 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Spearmint Frosting HDC-WR14-8 matched across all 13 brands →