Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Prairie Poppy T12-1
The closest Valspar colour is Caliente (M104), at ΔE 3.21 — very close.
Caliente is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.21 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 Caliente really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.21very close
- LRV
- 15.99Behr is 18
- Hex
- #A95849#AE5F55 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Caliente is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Trolley Dash P006ΔE 3.27 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
- Savannah Red 1008-7BΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Pajarito Red 2001-7BΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.