Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Whale Gray N470-6
The closest PPG colour is Lava Gray (PPG1038-6), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Lava Gray is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Lava Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 13
- Hex
- #5E686D#59676B in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Lava Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Superstition PPG1035-6ΔE 2.96 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Silent Night PPG1153-6ΔE 3.25 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Deep Iron Creek 30BG 15/062ΔE 3.25 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.