Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Porch Song PPF-47
The closest Valspar colour is Aurora Borealis (P037), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Aurora Borealis is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Aurora Borealis really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 13.54Behr is 15
- Hex
- #536984#566F8C in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Aurora Borealis is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Thundering Clouds 4005-4BΔE 2.74 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Twinkle, Twinkle V111-5ΔE 3.10 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Bedtime Story 4003-8BΔE 3.49 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.