Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Verdant Forest MQ6-05
The closest Glidden colour is Empress Teal (PPG1142-7), at ΔE 2.69 — very close.
Empress Teal is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.69 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 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 Empress Teal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.69very close
- LRV
- 9.21Behr is 10
- Hex
- #10605A#28615D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Empress Teal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Emerald Pool PPG1146-7ΔE 3.15 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Holly Leaf PPG1143-7ΔE 3.97 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
- Crystal Ball PPG1144-7ΔE 4.54 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Verdant Forest MQ6-05 matched across all 13 brands →