Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Plum Rich MQ5-35
The closest Valspar colour is Passionate (T502), at ΔE 3.06 — very close.
Passionate is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.06 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Valspar
Most people comparing Behr to Valspar are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Passionate really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.06very close
- LRV
- 8.6Behr is 8
- Hex
- #694A5A#64475E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Passionate is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ripe Mulberry V076-6ΔE 3.50 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Plummy Rouge 8003-2GΔE 3.86 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Royal Velvet V077-6ΔE 3.93 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.