Sherwin-Williams to PPG / Glidden
Switching from Sherwin-Williams to PPG / Glidden? Find the closest PPG / Glidden paint to any Sherwin-Williams color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Sherwin-Williams color:
Popular Sherwin-Williams → PPG / Glidden conversions
| Sherwin-Williams | Closest PPG / Glidden | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Agreeable Gray SW 7029 | Dust Bunny PPG1000-1 | ΔE 1.63 · near-perfect |
| Repose Gray SW 7015 | Swirling Smoke PPG1007-2 | ΔE 1.28 · near-perfect |
| Alabaster SW 7008 | Macaroon Cream PPG15-05 | ΔE 0.87 · imperceptible |
| Pure White SW 7005 | Commercial White PPG1025-1 | ΔE 0.53 · imperceptible |
| Sea Salt SW 6204 | Bay Of Fundy PPG10-07 | ΔE 0.73 · imperceptible |
| Accessible Beige SW 7036 | Moth Gray PPG1024-4 | ΔE 1.58 · near-perfect |
| Naval SW 6244 | Victory Blue PPG1165-7 | ΔE 8.49 · different |
| Urbane Bronze SW 7048 | Licorice PPG1009-7 | ΔE 3.59 · noticeable |
| Tricorn Black SW 6258 | Starless Sky PPG0995-7 | ΔE 4.56 · noticeable |
| Iron Ore SW 7069 | Onyx PPG1011-7 | ΔE 4.02 · noticeable |
| Mindful Gray SW 7016 | Ghost Writer PPG1007-3 | ΔE 1.91 · near-perfect |
| Evergreen Fog SW 9130 | Smoky Slate PPG1028-4 | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Snowbound SW 7004 | Garlic Clove PPG18-09 | ΔE 0.49 · imperceptible |
| Worldly Gray SW 7043 | Hideaway PPG14-26 | ΔE 1.61 · near-perfect |
| Pewter Green SW 6208 | Knight's Armor PPG1001-6 | ΔE 4.71 · noticeable |
| Peppercorn SW 7674 | Bark PPG1007-7 | ΔE 2.46 · close |
| Dorian Gray SW 7017 | Aldabra PPG14-28 | ΔE 1.68 · near-perfect |
| Greek Villa SW 7551 | Edelweiss PPG14-23 | ΔE 0.56 · imperceptible |
| Extra White SW 7006 | Crumb Cookie PPG18-01 | ΔE 0.49 · imperceptible |
| Comfort Gray SW 6205 | Coastal Crush PPG1129-4 | ΔE 2.45 · close |
| Rainwashed SW 6211 | Blue Willow PPG1145-4 | ΔE 1.60 · near-perfect |
| Indigo Batik SW 7602 | Admiralty PPG1042-7 | ΔE 2.89 · close |
| Inkwell SW 6992 | Starless Sky PPG0995-7 | ΔE 9.53 · different |
| Tradewind SW 6218 | Blue By You PPG1035-3 | ΔE 1.88 · near-perfect |
| Anew Gray SW 7030 | Discover PPG1021-3 | ΔE 1.72 · near-perfect |
| Kilim Beige SW 6106 | Happy Trails PPG1084-4 | ΔE 2.68 · close |
| Sage SW 7732 | Smoky Slate PPG1028-4 | ΔE 2.37 · close |
| Halcyon Green SW 6213 | Farm Fresh PPG1129-5 | ΔE 2.45 · close |
| Quietude SW 6212 | Dusty Aqua PPG10-29 | ΔE 2.48 · close |
| Creamy SW 7012 | Morocco Sand PPG1096-2 | ΔE 0.74 · imperceptible |
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 Sherwin-Williams Color to PPG / Glidden
Converting a Sherwin-Williams paint color to PPG / Glidden takes two steps. First, find the Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray is Dust Bunny (PPG1000-1) — a ΔE 1.63 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 Sherwin-Williams to PPG / Glidden?
Most people convert Sherwin-Williams to PPG / Glidden for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries PPG / Glidden but not Sherwin-Williams, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.
Sherwin-Williams to PPG / Glidden conversion — FAQ
Is there a PPG / Glidden equivalent for every Sherwin-Williams color?+
For almost every color, yes. PPG / Glidden carries a deep deck, so most Sherwin-Williams colors land a close PPG / Glidden match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray?+
The closest PPG / Glidden match to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Dust Bunny (PPG1000-1), a ΔE 1.63 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Sherwin-Williams color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will PPG / Glidden paint match my existing Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert PPG / Glidden colors back to Sherwin-Williams?+
Yes — use the PPG / Glidden → Sherwin-Williams converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Sherwin-Williams color to any PPG / Glidden shade.
Does Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.