Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Posies 670A-3
The closest Valspar colour is Lavender Knoll (8002-2C), at ΔE 2.27 — very close.
Lavender Knoll is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.27 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 Lavender Knoll really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.27very close
- LRV
- 56Behr is 56
- Hex
- #DABDD6#DFBBD9 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Lavender Knoll is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pink Gems V040-2ΔE 2.33 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points higher.
- Lavender Quartz 4001-9CΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Magic Wand 1001-2AΔE 3.01 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.