Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Tahoe Blue PPU13-09
The closest Glidden colour is Kingston Aqua (PPG1150-4), at ΔE 2.53 — very close.
Kingston Aqua is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.53 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 Kingston Aqua really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.53very close
- LRV
- 45.79Behr is 45
- Hex
- #8FBCC4#94B8C1 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Kingston Aqua is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crystal Lake PPG1151-4ΔE 2.81 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.
- Key Largo Bay 30BG 49/101ΔE 3.49 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points higher.
- Gentle Turquoise 90GG 41/143ΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.