Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Pure Earth PPU7-05
The closest Valspar colour is Desert at Dusk (M105), at ΔE 2.11 — very close.
Desert at Dusk is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.11 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 Desert at Dusk really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.11very close
- LRV
- 33.44Behr is 31
- Hex
- #AE9986#A79480 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Desert at Dusk is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Smoky Topaz V134-4ΔE 2.18 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Woodland Stone 2007-9CΔE 2.47 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Stone Terrace 8005-5EΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.