Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Tropical Skies S-H-530
The closest PPG colour is Emerald Pool (PPG1146-7), at ΔE 3.50 — close.
Emerald Pool is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.50 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 Emerald Pool really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.50close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 9
- Hex
- #155E60#155D66 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Behr and PPG publish LRV against their own measurements, and here the two disagree with the swatches: Emerald Pool reads slightly lighter than Tropical Skies in colour space while carrying the lower published LRV. Treat LRV as comparable within a brand, not across two.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Emerald Pool is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Deep Emerald PPG1148-7ΔE 4.64 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Tahitian Treat PPG1147-7ΔE 4.71 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Caribbean Holiday PPG13-28ΔE 4.77 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Skies S-H-530 matched across all 13 brands →