Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Tropical Smoothie 120B-7
The closest PPG colour is California Wine (PPG1184-7), at ΔE 2.45 — very close.
California Wine is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.45 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 California Wine really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.45very close
- LRV
- 18Behr is 20
- Hex
- #CA4B65#C5556D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if California Wine is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Kenny's Kiss PPG1184-6ΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Cherry Pink PPG1183-6ΔE 3.64 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Panama Rose PPG1181-7ΔE 4.20 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Smoothie 120B-7 matched across all 13 brands →