Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Primitive N320-7
The closest Valspar colour is Snakeskin (T591), at ΔE 2.58 — very close.
Snakeskin is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.58 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 Snakeskin really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.58very close
- LRV
- 12.18Behr is 11
- Hex
- #6A6156#685E4E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Snakeskin is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Midnight Forest 8004-20GΔE 2.66 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Crater V135-6ΔE 3.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- Fermata M150ΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.