Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59
The closest Valspar colour is Meadow Thistle (V038-3), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Meadow Thistle is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Meadow Thistle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 43.23Behr is 45
- Hex
- #C2A6CC#C1ABD4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Meadow Thistle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fancy Pansy 1001-4AΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
- Purple Gala 4002-10AΔE 3.73 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.8 points lower.
- Plink 4001-10AΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59 matched across all 13 brands →