Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Spice PPU2-18
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Etruscan Red (No.56), at ΔE 2.39 — very close.
Etruscan Red is the closest Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball
Most people comparing Behr to Farrow & Ball 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 Etruscan Red really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.39very close
- LRV
- 11.24Behr is 12
- Hex
- #805348#885247 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Etruscan Red is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Singed Red Singed RedΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Picture Gallery Red No.42ΔE 4.73 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
- Eating Room Red No.43ΔE 5.61 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.