Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Turquoise BIC-53
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Lobster (Lobster), at ΔE 3.21 — very close.
Lobster is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 3.21 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 Lobster really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.21very close
- LRV
- 33.16Behr is 31
- Hex
- #57A7B9#5FA0AB in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Lobster is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Stone Blue No.86ΔE 6.81 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
- Sugar Bag Light No.29ΔE 7.57 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Chinese Blue No.90ΔE 8.25 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.