Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Woodcraft N200-5
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Charleston Gray (No.243), at ΔE 4.18 — close.
Charleston Gray is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.18 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 Charleston Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.18close
- LRV
- 28.57Behr is 24
- Hex
- #9A9087#8F847A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 4.6 points higher.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Charleston Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mole's Breath No.276ΔE 4.19 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Chemise No.216ΔE 4.70 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.7 points higher.
- Mouse's Back No.40ΔE 4.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.