Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Winter Surf 490D-5
The closest PPG colour is Caribbean Green (PPG1141-4), at ΔE 2.26 — very close.
Caribbean Green is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.26 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 Caribbean Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.26very close
- LRV
- 44Behr is 42
- Hex
- #89BAB2#7FB9AE in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Caribbean Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Key Largo PPG1140-4ΔE 2.87 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Pale Jade PPG1230-4ΔE 3.64 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Caribbean Crush PPG17-31ΔE 3.94 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.0 points higher.