Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Plush Purple S570-7A
The closest Valspar colour is Forge (8004-48F), at ΔE 2.44 — very close.
Forge is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.44 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 Forge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.44very close
- LRV
- 11Behr is 11
- Hex
- #5F5A63#5E5967 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Forge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Veiled Vinyl M231ΔE 4.50 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
- Coal Tipple 8004-47FΔE 4.60 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Double Infinity 8004-1FΔE 5.60 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Plush Purple S570-7A matched across all 13 brands →