Benjamin Moore → Glidden
Glidden equivalent of Benjamin Moore Varsity Blues 756
The closest Glidden colour is Caribbean Splash (PPG1150-7), at ΔE 2.04 — very close.
Caribbean Splash is the closest Glidden makes, but at ΔE 2.04 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 Benjamin Moore and Glidden
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore 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 Caribbean Splash really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.04very close
- LRV
- 11.56Benjamin Moore is 13.81
- Hex
- #00697C#226977 in Benjamin Moore
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Other Glidden options
Worth knowing if Caribbean Splash is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Caribbean Holiday PPG13-28ΔE 2.39 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Nassau Night 90GG 12/168ΔE 4.52 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
- Jamaican Dream PPG1151-7ΔE 4.65 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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