Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Velvet Rope MQ5-58
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Stiffkey Blue (No.281), at ΔE 4.96 — close.
Stiffkey Blue is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.96 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 Stiffkey Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.96close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 8
- Hex
- #4A5B6B#36526A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Stiffkey Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hague Blue No.30ΔE 6.13 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Dinnerware No.9820ΔE 7.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
- Serge No.9919ΔE 7.82 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.