Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Spiced Plum PPU1-20
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Brinjal (No.222), at ΔE 4.48 — close.
Brinjal is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.48 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 Brinjal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.48close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 9
- Hex
- #5E4449#6B4C57 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Brinjal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Preference Red No.297ΔE 5.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Pelt No.254ΔE 7.42 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Deep Reddish Brown Deep Reddish BrownΔE 8.52 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.