Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Sugar Beet M130-7
The closest PPG colour is Purple Cabbage (PPG18-24), at ΔE 2.74 — very close.
Purple Cabbage is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.74 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 Purple Cabbage really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.74very close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 9
- Hex
- #7C3F55#834253 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Purple Cabbage is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wild Plum PPG1044-7ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Magenta PPG1050-7ΔE 4.14 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Ruby Lips PPG1052-7ΔE 4.48 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.