Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Wizard S-G-620
The closest Glidden colour is Majesty Violet (90BB 14/242), at ΔE 2.61 — very close.
Majesty Violet is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.61 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 Majesty Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.61very close
- LRV
- 13.28Behr is 13
- Hex
- #62628E#5C6294 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Majesty Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wild Wisteria PPG1170-6ΔE 4.35 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.
- Blueberry Hill 50BB 14/169ΔE 5.34 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Blueberry Patch PPG1167-6ΔE 5.35 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.