Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Yacht Blue S490-4
The closest PPG colour is Hush-A-Bye (PPG1238-5), at ΔE 3.17 — very close.
Hush-A-Bye is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.17 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 Hush-A-Bye really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.17very close
- LRV
- 28Behr is 30
- Hex
- #5397B7#679BB3 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Hush-A-Bye is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aqua Blue PPG1151-5ΔE 3.43 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Vanity PPG1157-5ΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Deepest Aqua 30BG 33/207ΔE 4.34 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.