Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Yam 290B-7
The closest PPG colour is Marigold Petals (05YY 42/727), at ΔE 3.49 — very close.
Marigold Petals is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 3.49 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 Marigold Petals really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.49very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 40
- Hex
- #F4A027#F0941B 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 Marigold Petals is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cornucopia PPG1203-7ΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Dynamo PPG17-22ΔE 5.23 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Carmelized Orange PPG1197-7ΔE 7.17 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.