Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden
Switching from Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden? Find the closest PPG / Glidden paint to any Farrow & Ball color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Farrow & Ball color:
Popular Farrow & Ball → PPG / Glidden conversions
| Farrow & Ball | Closest PPG / Glidden | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Hague Blue No. 30 | Starless Sky PPG0995-7 | ΔE 7.75 · different |
| Pitch Black No. 256 | Starless Sky PPG0995-7 | ΔE 6.79 · different |
| Down Pipe No. 26 | Black Widow PPG0997-7 | ΔE 2.66 · close |
| Elephant's Breath No. 229 | Boulder Creek PPG0999-3 | ΔE 1.69 · near-perfect |
| Cornforth White No. 228 | Storm's Coming PPG1008-2 | ΔE 1.03 · near-perfect |
| Ammonite No. 274 | Great Gray PPG15-28 | ΔE 2.68 · close |
| Strong White No. 2001 | Wright Oyster Shell FLLW999 | ΔE 0.77 · imperceptible |
| All White No. 2005 | Always Almond PPG1099-1 | ΔE 0.22 · imperceptible |
| Stiffkey Blue No. 281 | Sailor's Coat PPG1153-7 | ΔE 4.52 · noticeable |
| Setting Plaster No. 231 | Cinnamon Ice PPG1071-4 | ΔE 4.30 · noticeable |
| Inchyra Blue No. 289 | Lava Gray PPG1038-6 | ΔE 2.00 · close |
| Studio Green No. 93 | Dark As Night PPG14-05 | ΔE 7.13 · different |
| Mole's Breath No. 276 | Artillery PPG1008-6 | ΔE 2.30 · close |
| Skimming Stone No. 241 | Crushed Silk PPG1024-3 | ΔE 1.22 · near-perfect |
| Pavilion Gray No. 242 | Hot Stone PPG1007-4 | ΔE 1.91 · near-perfect |
| Off-Black No. 57 | Starless Sky PPG0995-7 | ΔE 2.76 · close |
| Railings No. 31 | Starless Sky PPG0995-7 | ΔE 1.54 · near-perfect |
| Plummett No. 272 | Steamship PPG0996-5 | ΔE 4.71 · noticeable |
| Wevet No. 273 | Ivory Tower PPG1103-1 | ΔE 1.05 · near-perfect |
| Pointing No. 2003 | Always Almond PPG1099-1 | ΔE 1.01 · near-perfect |
| Slipper Satin No. 2004 | Wright Oyster Shell FLLW999 | ΔE 0.97 · imperceptible |
| Dimity No. 2008 | Deserted Beach PPG1104-3 | ΔE 1.33 · near-perfect |
| Dead Salmon No. 28 | Persuasion PPG1077-3 | ΔE 2.21 · close |
| French Gray No. 18 | Wandering Willow PPG1031-3 | ΔE 2.16 · close |
| Lamp Room Gray No. 88 | Burnished Blade PPG0995-5 | ΔE 1.55 · near-perfect |
| Card Room Green No. 79 | Smokey Sage PPG11-24 | ΔE 1.87 · near-perfect |
| Calke Green No. 34 | Pine Garland PPG1126-6 | ΔE 1.80 · near-perfect |
| Mizzle No. 266 | Wandering Willow PPG1031-3 | ΔE 1.43 · near-perfect |
| Borrowed Light No. 235 | Wright Cloud White FLLW961 | ΔE 1.23 · near-perfect |
| Pigeon No. 25 | Smoky Slate PPG1028-4 | ΔE 2.53 · close |
Will the PPG / Glidden version look the same?
If the ΔE is under 2, almost certainly — most people can't tell two colors with ΔE under 2 apart, even side by side. 2–3.5 is close; above 5 starts to read as a different color. These matches use published hex values, which are approximations of the real paint, so always brush a sample on the wall before you commit.
How To Convert a Farrow & Ball Color to PPG / Glidden
Converting a Farrow & Ball paint color to PPG / Glidden takes two steps. First, find the Farrow & Ball color you want to switch — type its name or code into the search box above, or click the swatch to pick the color by hand. The tool compares it against the full PPG / Glidden deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest PPG / Glidden equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest PPG / Glidden match to Farrow & Ball Hague Blue is Starless Sky (PPG0995-7) — a ΔE 7.75 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the PPG / Glidden name and code, ask for it at any paint store. PPG / Glidden colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere PPG / Glidden is sold.
Why Convert Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden?
Most people convert Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries PPG / Glidden but not Farrow & Ball, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Farrow & Ball color was discontinued, because PPG / Glidden runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays PPG / Glidden and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a PPG / Glidden color that looks like the Farrow & Ball original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock PPG / Glidden paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the PPG / Glidden Equivalent
Take the PPG / Glidden color name and code to the paint counter and ask for it in the finish you need — matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss. Finish changes how a color reads, so if you are matching an existing Farrow & Ball wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the PPG / Glidden match first and brush it on the wall next to the Farrow & Ball original if you still have it. Let it dry fully and look at it in daylight and under your lamps at night before you commit to a full gallon.
Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden conversion — FAQ
Is there a PPG / Glidden equivalent for every Farrow & Ball color?+
For almost every color, yes. PPG / Glidden carries a deep deck, so most Farrow & Ball colors land a close PPG / Glidden match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Farrow & Ball colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the PPG / Glidden counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest PPG / Glidden color to Farrow & Ball Hague Blue?+
The closest PPG / Glidden match to Farrow & Ball Hague Blue (No. 30) is Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), a ΔE 7.75 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Farrow & Ball color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will PPG / Glidden paint match my existing Farrow & Ball walls?+
If the ΔE is under 2 it will be very close, but an existing wall may have faded or yellowed over the years. Always brush a PPG / Glidden sample next to the old Farrow & Ball paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert PPG / Glidden colors back to Farrow & Ball?+
Yes — use the PPG / Glidden → Farrow & Ball converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Farrow & Ball color to any PPG / Glidden shade.
Does Farrow & Ball or PPG / Glidden paint cost less?+
Prices change by region, store, and sale, and the two brands sit in different product lines, so check current pricing at your local store. Many people convert Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden specifically because the PPG / Glidden version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Farrow & Ball to PPG / Glidden conversion?+
The matches use ΔE2000, the same perceptual color-difference formula paint chemists use to check that two batches came out the same. It is accurate for choosing between real paint formulas, but the hex values are screen approximations — so a sample on the wall is always the final check.