Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis78.4% Match SimilaritySave $97 / Gallon
Farrow & Ball French Gray
vs Behr In The Moment
Looking for a cheap equivalent to French Gray (No. 18)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 4.92
Original (luxury)$145/gal
French Gray
Farrow & Ball (No. 18)
HEX: #AAB0A2 โข LRV: 42
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
In The Moment
Behr (T18-15)
HEX: #9AA49D โข LRV: 38
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Light Reflectance difference is only 4%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $97/gal (67%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Farrow & Ball French Gray | Behr In The Moment | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #AAB0A2 | #9AA49D | ΔE 4.92 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 170, 176, 162 | 154, 164, 157 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 42% | 38% | Only 4% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Sage Green, Warm Gray, Chalky Neutral | Sage Green, Cool Blue, Calm Slate | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $145 | $48 | Save $97/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $1450 | $480 | Save $970 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Behr Marquee/Premium tinted to In The Moment (T18-15). This is a verified match for Farrow & Ball French Gray (No. 18)."