Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Purple Blanket S-H-640
The closest Valspar colour is Emperor (8003-48G), at ΔE 3.43 — very close.
Emperor is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.43 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 Emperor really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.43very close
- LRV
- 6Behr is 6
- Hex
- #40425A#4A455D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Emperor is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Skyline 8003-47GΔE 4.81 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Bon Vivant 8002-48GΔE 5.00 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Purple Fury 4001-4CΔE 5.43 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Blanket S-H-640 matched across all 13 brands →