Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Tropical Pool 550A-2
The closest PPG colour is Niagara Falls (PPG1240-2), at ΔE 2.85 — very close.
Niagara Falls is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.85 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 Niagara Falls really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.85very close
- LRV
- 74Behr is 70
- Hex
- #CBE3EE#BFDEEF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Niagara Falls is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Magic Wand PPG1158-2ΔE 2.95 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Harborside Sky 30BG 72/120ΔE 2.96 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Ariel PPG1237-3ΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Pool 550A-2 matched across all 13 brands →