Behr → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Behr Writer's Parchment N280-2
The closest Glidden colour is Antique Parchment (PPG1087-3), at ΔE 0.83 — indistinguishable.
Antique Parchment is a genuine substitute. At ΔE 0.83 the difference is smaller than most people can see on a wall, and smaller than the shift between two batches of the same colour.
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 Antique Parchment really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 0.83indistinguishable
- LRV
- 70.46Behr is 69
- Hex
- #EAD8C1#E9D6BD in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Antique Parchment is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Almond Brittle PPG1095-3ΔE 1.04 · near-exact · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Sugared Pears PPG1088-3ΔE 1.69 · near-exact · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
- Brazil Nut 20YY 63/149ΔE 1.74 · near-exact · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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