Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Pond's Edge S410-3
The closest Valspar colour is Cottage Charm (V098-2), at ΔE 2.25 — very close.
Cottage Charm is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.25 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 Cottage Charm really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.25very close
- LRV
- 53.67Behr is 55
- Hex
- #B7C5B7#B6C9B8 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cottage Charm is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tranquil Bay 5004-5BΔE 2.65 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.8 points lower.
- Hearth Frost T635ΔE 2.96 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
- Sunlit Sea M323ΔE 3.06 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.2 points higher.