Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Plum Shade 100F-6
The closest Valspar colour is Gray Grape (V126-5), at ΔE 2.08 — very close.
Gray Grape is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.08 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 Gray Grape really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.08very close
- LRV
- 14.5Behr is 14
- Hex
- #766769#786569 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 0.5 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Gray Grape is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Simple Plum 1001-7BΔE 2.93 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
- Roaming Pony 1003-9BΔE 3.35 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
- Smoked Mulberry 1004-7BΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.