Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Valley Hills 710F-5
The closest PPG colour is Thunderbolt (PPG10-06), at ΔE 2.88 — very close.
Thunderbolt is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.88 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 Thunderbolt really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.88very close
- LRV
- 23Behr is 25
- Hex
- #7C8783#848A83 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 Thunderbolt is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gray Heron PPG1033-5ΔE 2.94 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Downpour PPG1010-5ΔE 3.24 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Phoenix Fossil PPG1009-5ΔE 4.03 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.