Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Polar Bear 75
The closest Valspar colour is Ewe (8007-5A), at ΔE 0.91 — indistinguishable.
Ewe is a genuine substitute. At ΔE 0.91 the difference is smaller than most people can see on a wall, and smaller than the shift between two batches of the same colour.
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 Ewe really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 0.91indistinguishable
- LRV
- 91Behr is 90
- Hex
- #F6F5EB#F5F4EC in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Ewe is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gauzy White V152ΔE 0.93 · indistinguishable · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Cuddle Down 8007-6FΔE 0.96 · indistinguishable · Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Ivory Keys 8007-4AΔE 0.97 · indistinguishable · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.