Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Upscale MQ5-13
The closest Glidden colour is Lilac Time (PPG1168-4), at ΔE 1.34 — near-exact.
Lilac Time is a genuine substitute. At ΔE 1.34 the difference is smaller than most people can see on a wall, and smaller than the shift between two batches of the same colour.
Why people switch between Behr and Glidden
Most people comparing Behr to Glidden 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 Lilac Time really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 1.34near-exact
- LRV
- 40.78Behr is 42
- Hex
- #A4ABBF#A8ADC2 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Lilac Time is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Twilight Blue 50BB 46/110ΔE 1.44 · near-exact · The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Timeless Lilac PPG1169-4ΔE 1.94 · near-exact · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.
- Antique Violet 50BB 46/091ΔE 2.13 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.