Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Velvet Leaf 450D-5
The closest PPG colour is French Market (PPG1131-4), at ΔE 3.47 — very close.
French Market is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.47 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 French Market really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.47very close
- LRV
- 50Behr is 47
- Hex
- #A2C7A3#96C193 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if French Market is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hearty Hosta PPG1223-5ΔE 3.62 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Chatty Cricket PPG1131-5ΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Caledon Hills 30GY 51/294ΔE 4.36 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.