Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Polished Stone PPU17-16
The closest Valspar colour is Cadet Gray (4001-2A), at ΔE 3.06 — very close.
Cadet Gray 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 Cadet Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.06very close
- LRV
- 23.49Behr is 26
- Hex
- #8A8486#928987 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cadet Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Channel Seal Gray 1001-9CΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
- Storm Rolling In 8004-1DΔE 3.53 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Tabby Cat Gray 8005-1DΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Polished Stone PPU17-16 matched across all 13 brands →