Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Teton Blue N490-4
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Selvedge (No.306), at ΔE 4.75 — close.
Selvedge is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.75 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 Selvedge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.75close
- LRV
- 25.83Behr is 31
- Hex
- #7C8E96#8D99A1 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Selvedge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sardine SardineΔE 5.14 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points higher.
- Oval Room Blue No.85ΔE 5.78 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Kittiwake No.307ΔE 6.29 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 8.7 points higher.