Seal Skin → Behr
The closest Behr matches for PPG Seal Skin (PPG1010-7), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Seal Skin
If you love PPG Seal Skin 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.
Seal Skin (PPG1010-7) is a dark brown with deep warm brown undertones. A deep, warm brown-charcoal. PPG's darkest warm neutral. Rich and earthy, like aged leather or dark chocolate. More brown than most charcoals, with a warmth that prevents it from feeling cold. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 7) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Seal Skin 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 results are decent but not perfect. The closest Behr option is Armadillo (PPU5-02) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Armadillo is the closest Behr option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Seal Skin
Armadillo is the closest Behr option. Similar character.
| Seal Skin | Armadillo | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 7 | 17 |
| Hex | #58514A | #8C8276 |
| Undertone | Deep Warm Brown | Warm Earthy Brown |
| Family | Brown | Brown |
Undertone Comparison
Seal Skin has deep warm brown undertones. A deep, warm brown-charcoal. PPG's darkest warm neutral. Rich and earthy, like aged leather or dark chocolate. More brown than most charcoals, with a warmth that prevents it from feeling cold.
Armadillo has warm earthy brown undertones. A warm, earthy brown-gray. Named for the armored animal, it carries a tough, natural quality. Deeper than Hazelwood.
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
Seal Skin in Your Room
In bright light, the warm brown character is rich and visible. In dim rooms, it reads as a warm, almost-black. The brown warmth gives it life that a flat black cannot provide.
Armadillo in Your Room
Warm and earthy. In bright rooms, the warm brown shows. In dim rooms, a warm dark neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Seal Skin has an LRV of 7, while Armadillo has an LRV of 17. That means Armadillo reflects more light. If you switch from Seal Skin to Armadillo, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Seal Skin
PPG recommends Seal Skin for: front door, accent wall, exterior trim, shutters, furniture. With an LRV of 7, this is a dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Armadillo is recommended for: accent wall, exterior, office, dining room, kitchen cabinets. 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.
Seal Skin in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Seal Skin (PPG1010-7) is Armadillo (PPU5-02) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Armadillo is the closest Behr option. Similar character. 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. Seal Skin is a PPG color with deep warm brown undertones and an LRV of 7. Armadillo is a Behr color with warm earthy brown undertones and an LRV of 17. With a Delta E of 3.5, 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 3.5, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
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.