Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Speedboat M490-3
The closest Glidden colour is Soft Bahama Blue (30BG 50/183), at ΔE 2.82 — very close.
Soft Bahama Blue is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.82 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 Soft Bahama Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.82very close
- LRV
- 48.53Behr is 48
- Hex
- #8FC1D0#90BFD4 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points higher.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Soft Bahama Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Harbor Sky PPG1238-4ΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.6 points lower.
- Crystal Lake PPG1151-4ΔE 3.56 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.7 points lower.
- Atlantis Blue 70BG 53/164ΔE 3.63 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.7 points higher.