Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Purple Mauve 690F-5
The closest Valspar colour is Plummy (V076-5), at ΔE 2.07 — very close.
Plummy is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.07 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 Plummy really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.07very close
- LRV
- 25.89Behr is 26
- Hex
- #958793#9A8891 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Plummy is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sunrise Over Tahiti 8004-2DΔE 2.36 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Mellow Mauve 1004-7CΔE 3.01 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Romantic Holiday V076-4ΔE 4.14 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.4 points higher.