Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Tucson Teal 500B-7
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Vardo (No.288), at ΔE 4.93 — close.
Vardo is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.93 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 Farrow & Ball
Most people comparing Behr to Farrow & Ball 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 Vardo really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.93close
- LRV
- 17.97Behr is 18
- Hex
- #427F83#00858B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Vardo is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mere Green No.219ΔE 9.34 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
- Sloe Blue No.87ΔE 12.66 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Yard Blue Yard BlueΔE 13.88 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points higher.