Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Water Flow 520B-4
The closest Glidden colour is Pacific Coast Blue (18BG 47/282), at ΔE 2.49 — very close.
Pacific Coast Blue is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.49 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 Pacific Coast Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.49very close
- LRV
- 45.85Behr is 50
- Hex
- #6AC1D2#7AC6D9 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Pacific Coast Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- By The Sea 50BG 50/265ΔE 4.00 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Soft Bahama Blue 30BG 50/183ΔE 4.03 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
- Sea Faring Clear Blue 17BG 60/218ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.3 points higher.