Mushroom Cap → Behr
The closest Behr matches for PPG Mushroom Cap (PPG1024-2), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Mushroom Cap
If you love PPG Mushroom Cap 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 PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Mushroom Cap (PPG1024-2) is a light beige with warm mushroom beige undertones. A warm, light beige with the organic quality of a wild mushroom cap. Earthy and natural at a light depth. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 62) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Mushroom Cap 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 Mushroom Cap. Creamy Mushroom (PPU5-13) comes in with a Delta E of 2.3, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Creamy Mushroom is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Mushroom Cap
Creamy Mushroom is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Mushroom Cap | Creamy Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 62 | 60 |
| Hex | #D4CDC2 | #D4CBBB |
| Undertone | Warm Mushroom Beige | Warm Mushroom Beige |
| Family | Beige | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Mushroom Cap has warm mushroom beige undertones. A warm, light beige with the organic quality of a wild mushroom cap. Earthy and natural at a light depth.
Creamy Mushroom has warm mushroom beige undertones. A light, warm beige with an organic mushroom quality. Earthy without being dark.
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
Mushroom Cap in Your Room
Warm and organic. Reads as a warm, light beige in most rooms.
Creamy Mushroom in Your Room
Warm and natural. Reads as a light earthy beige in most conditions.
LRV and Brightness
Mushroom Cap has an LRV of 62, while Creamy Mushroom has an LRV of 60. 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 Mushroom Cap
PPG recommends Mushroom Cap for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room. With an LRV of 62, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Creamy Mushroom is recommended for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway, whole house. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Mushroom Cap (PPG1024-2) is Creamy Mushroom (PPU5-13) with a Delta E of 2.3, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Creamy Mushroom 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. Mushroom Cap is a PPG color with warm mushroom beige undertones and an LRV of 62. Creamy Mushroom is a Behr color with warm mushroom beige undertones and an LRV of 60. With a Delta E of 2.3, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. 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 2.3, 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.