PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball
Switching from PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball? Find the closest Farrow & Ball paint to any PPG / Glidden color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any PPG / Glidden color:
Popular PPG / Glidden → Farrow & Ball conversions
| PPG / Glidden | Closest Farrow & Ball | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Pure White PPG1001-1 | Pointing No. 2003 | ΔE 1.11 · near-perfect |
| Antique White PPG1015-2 | Slipper Satin No. 2004 | ΔE 2.63 · close |
| Stone Beige PPG1024-3 | Wall White No. 58 | ΔE 3.80 · noticeable |
| Limited Gray PPG1010-3 | Pavilion Gray No. 242 | ΔE 1.73 · near-perfect |
| Chinchilla PPG1001-4 | Manor House Gray No. 265 | ΔE 3.53 · noticeable |
| Sea Salt PPG1136-2 | Blanc de Chine No. 9814 | ΔE 0.54 · imperceptible |
| Cape Cod Cottage PPG1006-2 | Lime White No. 1 | ΔE 2.15 · close |
| Black Magic PPG1001-7 | Pitch Black No. 256 | ΔE 9.04 · different |
| Mariner Blue PPG1162-7 | Stiffkey Blue No. 281 | ΔE 3.85 · noticeable |
| Reflecting Pool PPG1148-3 | Blue Ground No. 210 | ΔE 6.75 · different |
| Toasted Almond PPG1086-3 | Cord No. 16 | ΔE 2.89 · close |
| Cool December PPG1156-3 | Cromarty No. 285 | ΔE 2.06 · close |
| Ivy League PPG1130-7 | Pitch Black No. 256 | ΔE 12.92 · different |
| Knight's Armor PPG1011-7 | Pitch Black No. 256 | ΔE 3.02 · close |
| Glidden White on White GLN-29 | Pointing No. 2003 | ΔE 0.49 · imperceptible |
| Antique Silver PPG1010-4 | Manor House Gray No. 265 | ΔE 4.02 · noticeable |
| Granite Gray PPG1010-5 | Green Smoke No. 47 | ΔE 7.41 · different |
| Stonewall Jackson PPG1023-5 | Broccoli Brown No. 198 | ΔE 3.73 · noticeable |
| Galleria Beige PPG1078-3 | Savage Ground No. 213 | ΔE 0.98 · imperceptible |
| Quailridge PPG1079-3 | Templeton Pink No. 303 | ΔE 6.21 · different |
| Oyster Cracker PPG1085-2 | Pale Hound No. 71 | ΔE 2.35 · close |
| Sage Brush PPG1125-4 | Lichen No. 19 | ΔE 3.51 · noticeable |
| Pewter Cup PPG1127-5 | Mole's Breath No. 276 | ΔE 7.23 · different |
| Forest Trail PPG1129-7 | Studio Green No. 93 | ΔE 7.12 · different |
| Capri Sea PPG1147-3 | Lulworth Blue No. 89 | ΔE 1.73 · near-perfect |
| Steely PPG1011-5 | Selvedge No. 306 | ΔE 3.67 · noticeable |
| Naval Adventure PPG1163-7 | Paean Black No. 294 | ΔE 12.94 · different |
| Glidden Vintage Charm GLN-33 | Charleston Gray No. 243 | ΔE 4.94 · noticeable |
| Black Flame PPG1001-7 | Pitch Black No. 256 | ΔE 6.99 · different |
| Phantom Mist PPG1011-5 | Reduced Green No. 313 | ΔE 6.28 · different |
Will the Farrow & Ball 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 PPG / Glidden Color to Farrow & Ball
Converting a PPG / Glidden paint color to Farrow & Ball takes two steps. First, find the PPG / Glidden 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 Farrow & Ball deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Farrow & Ball equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Farrow & Ball match to PPG / Glidden Pure White is Pointing (No. 2003) — a ΔE 1.11 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Farrow & Ball name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Farrow & Ball colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Farrow & Ball is sold.
Why Convert PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball?
Most people convert PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Farrow & Ball but not PPG / Glidden, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite PPG / Glidden color was discontinued, because Farrow & Ball runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Farrow & Ball and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Farrow & Ball color that looks like the PPG / Glidden original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Farrow & Ball paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Farrow & Ball Equivalent
Take the Farrow & Ball 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 PPG / Glidden wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Farrow & Ball match first and brush it on the wall next to the PPG / Glidden 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.
PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball conversion — FAQ
Is there a Farrow & Ball equivalent for every PPG / Glidden color?+
For almost every color, yes. Farrow & Ball carries a deep deck, so most PPG / Glidden colors land a close Farrow & Ball match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty PPG / Glidden colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Farrow & Ball counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Farrow & Ball color to PPG / Glidden Pure White?+
The closest Farrow & Ball match to PPG / Glidden Pure White (PPG1001-1) is Pointing (No. 2003), a ΔE 1.11 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other PPG / Glidden color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Farrow & Ball paint match my existing PPG / Glidden 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 Farrow & Ball sample next to the old PPG / Glidden paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Farrow & Ball colors back to PPG / Glidden?+
Yes — use the Farrow & Ball → PPG / Glidden converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest PPG / Glidden color to any Farrow & Ball shade.
Does PPG / Glidden or Farrow & Ball 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 PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball specifically because the Farrow & Ball version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this PPG / Glidden to Farrow & Ball 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.