Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Wild Thistle 630F-4
The closest PPG colour is Mineral Violet (10RB 36/082), at ΔE 3.64 — close.
Mineral Violet is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.64 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 Mineral Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.64close
- LRV
- 36Behr is 35
- Hex
- #A39DAE#9E9FB6 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Behr and PPG publish LRV against their own measurements, and here the two disagree with the swatches: Mineral Violet reads slightly darker than Wild Thistle in colour space while carrying the higher published LRV. Treat LRV as comparable within a brand, not across two.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Mineral Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Surf PPG1173-5ΔE 4.19 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Lilac Time PPG1168-4ΔE 4.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points higher.
- Contemplative Blue 30BB 39/122ΔE 4.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.