Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Thorny Branch S-H-780
The closest PPG colour is Licorice (PPG1009-7), at ΔE 2.46 — very close.
Licorice is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.46 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 Licorice really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.46very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 7
- Hex
- #4E4F48#4C4A41 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Licorice is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Enchanted Forest Green 30GY 07/051ΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
- Deepest Earth Green 30YY 07/041ΔE 3.40 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Burnt Bark 30YY 08/082ΔE 4.28 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Thorny Branch S-H-780 matched across all 13 brands →