Benjamin Moore → PPG
PPG equivalent of Benjamin Moore Whipple Blue HC-152
The closest PPG colour is Americana (PPG1152-4), at ΔE 2.74 — very close.
Americana is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 2.74 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 PPG
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore 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 Americana really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.74very close
- LRV
- 33Benjamin Moore is 32.37
- Hex
- #7F9DAF#769EB0 in Benjamin Moore
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Americana is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Serene Stream PPG1154-5ΔE 2.94 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted.
- American Anthem PPG1156-4ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points lower.
- Serene Sea PPG1158-4ΔE 4.31 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Whipple Blue HC-152 matched across all 13 brands →