Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Promenade 400F-5
The closest Valspar colour is Cool Pine (8003-30D), at ΔE 2.58 — very close.
Cool Pine 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 Cool Pine really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.58very close
- LRV
- 40Behr is 36
- Hex
- #A9AB94#A4A38C in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cool Pine is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Green Turquoise 8004-26DΔE 2.63 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Sprig of Sage 8004-28DΔE 2.71 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Afternoon Nap T679ΔE 2.79 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.