Benjamin Moore → PPG
PPG equivalent of Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid 2072-40
The closest PPG colour is Pale Plum (PPG1177-5), at ΔE 4.33 — close.
Pale Plum is the closest PPG makes, but at ΔE 4.33 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 Pale Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.33close
- LRV
- 28Benjamin Moore is 25.18
- Hex
- #A489A3#957E99 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
Other PPG options
Worth knowing if Pale Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Secret Lavender 10RB 24/179ΔE 4.76 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Violet Eclipse PPG1176-5ΔE 4.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Smoky Grape PPG1174-5ΔE 6.37 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.8 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid 2072-40 matched across all 13 brands →