Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Pompeian Red PPU1-08
The closest Valspar colour is Muted Red (1008-5A), at ΔE 2.63 — very close.
Muted Red is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.63 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 Muted Red really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.63very close
- LRV
- 10.96Behr is 12
- Hex
- #8E484B#91504F in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Muted Red is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Maroon Rover V079-6ΔE 2.89 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Baked Bahama 1006-3AΔE 4.26 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Savannah Red 1008-7BΔE 5.25 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Pompeian Red PPU1-08 matched across all 13 brands →