Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Thundercloud S520-5
The closest Glidden colour is Silver Blueberry (PPG1163-5), at ΔE 2.24 — very close.
Silver Blueberry is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.24 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 Silver Blueberry really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.24very close
- LRV
- 20.83Behr is 23
- Hex
- #6C8096#70869D in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Silver Blueberry is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Benton Harbor 90BG 22/141ΔE 2.41 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Romance Blue 10BB 25/193ΔE 2.99 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points higher.
- Shady Blue 10BB 22/096ΔE 3.32 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.