Mizzle → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Farrow & Ball Mizzle (No.266), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Mizzle
If you love Farrow & Ball Mizzle but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Mizzle (No.266) is a medium green with 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. To find a good Behr 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 Mizzle and every Behr 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 Behr match for Mizzle. Jade Dragon (PPU11-10) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Jade Dragon is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Mizzle
Jade Dragon is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Mizzle | Jade Dragon | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 40 | 40 |
| Hex | #B9BCB0 | #B7BFB2 |
| Undertone | Soft Sage-Gray | Soft Jade Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
LRV and Brightness
Mizzle has an LRV of 40, while Jade Dragon 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 Mizzle
Farrow & Ball recommends Mizzle for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, hallway. 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.
Jade Dragon is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, nursery, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Jade Dragon in the same rooms you planned for Mizzle.
Mizzle in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Mizzle (No.266) is Jade Dragon (PPU11-10) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Jade Dragon is the closest Behr 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. Mizzle is a Farrow & Ball color with soft sage-gray undertones and an LRV of 40. Jade Dragon is a Behr color with soft jade green 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.