Behr → PPG
PPG equivalent of Behr Your Majesty T15-4
The closest PPG colour is Purple Basil (PPG1046-7), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Purple Basil is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Purple Basil really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 6
- Hex
- #5C4450#553E49 in Behr
The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Purple Basil is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Black Currant 30RR 07/094ΔE 2.39 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Gooseberry PPG1048-7ΔE 4.32 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Love Potion PPG1179-7ΔE 5.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.