Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Whiskey Barrel N230-6
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Broccoli Brown (No.198), at ΔE 3.86 — close.
Broccoli Brown is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 3.86 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 Broccoli Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.86close
- LRV
- 18.12Behr is 17
- Hex
- #827462#85705F in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Broccoli Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wainscot No.55ΔE 5.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- London Clay No.244ΔE 6.89 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Salon Drab No.290ΔE 6.93 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Whiskey Barrel N230-6 matched across all 13 brands →