Jade Dragon → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Behr Jade Dragon (PPU11-10), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Jade Dragon
If you love Behr Jade Dragon but need a Farrow & Ball alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Jade Dragon (PPU11-10) is a medium green with soft jade green undertones. A soft jade green with gray undertones. More green than Creek Bend, lighter than In The Moment. Named for the mythical creature, it carries both strength and serenity. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 40) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Jade Dragon and every Farrow & Ball color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong Farrow & Ball match for Jade Dragon. Mizzle (No.266) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Mizzle is the closest F&B option. Very close match.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Jade Dragon
Mizzle is the closest F&B option. Very close match.
| Jade Dragon | Mizzle | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 40 | 40 |
| Hex | #B7BFB2 | #B9BCB0 |
| Undertone | Soft Jade Green | Soft Sage-Gray |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Jade Dragon has soft jade green undertones. A soft jade green with gray undertones. More green than Creek Bend, lighter than In The Moment. Named for the mythical creature, it carries both strength and serenity.
Mizzle has soft sage-gray undertones. A soft, misty sage green. Named for fine rain. Atmospheric and calming. More green than Ammonite, more gray than a true sage.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Jade Dragon in Your Room
The jade quality is soft and natural. In bright rooms, the green is pleasant and fresh. In dim rooms, it settles into a warm gray-green. Calming and versatile.
Mizzle in Your Room
In bright light, the sage quality is lovely. In dim rooms, it reads as a warm gray with green whispers. Atmospheric.
LRV and Brightness
Jade Dragon has an LRV of 40, while Mizzle has an LRV of 40. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Jade Dragon
Behr recommends Jade Dragon for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, nursery, living room. With an LRV of 40, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Mizzle is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, hallway. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Mizzle in the same rooms you planned for Jade Dragon.
Jade Dragon in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Jade Dragon (PPU11-10) is Mizzle (No.266) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Mizzle is the closest F&B option. Very close match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Jade Dragon is a Behr color with soft jade green undertones and an LRV of 40. Mizzle is a Farrow & Ball color with soft sage-gray undertones and an LRV of 40. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.