Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Timeless Ruby HDC-CL-01
The closest PPG colour is Apple-A-Day (PPG1051-7), at ΔE 2.18 — very close.
Apple-A-Day is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.18 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 Apple-A-Day really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.18very close
- LRV
- 9Behr is 11
- Hex
- #903F45#9A4149 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Apple-A-Day is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Candy Apple PPG13-10ΔE 2.37 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Crazed Cranberry PPG13-12ΔE 2.44 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Red Licorice PPG1186-7ΔE 2.90 · very 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 Timeless Ruby HDC-CL-01 matched across all 13 brands →