Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Vintage Orange 280B-5
The closest PPG colour is Egyptian Sun (04YY 51/583), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Egyptian Sun is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Egyptian Sun really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 51Behr is 54
- Hex
- #FBB158#FFB05F in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Egyptian Sun is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Goldfish PPG1203-6ΔE 2.46 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
- Juicy Cantaloupe 02YY 55/518ΔE 2.91 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Sorbete De Melon PPG17-21ΔE 3.92 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Vintage Orange 280B-5 matched across all 13 brands →