Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Purple Rubiate BNC-20
The closest Valspar colour is Plum Legacy (1002-7B), at ΔE 4.07 — close.
Plum Legacy is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 4.07 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 Plum Legacy really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.07close
- LRV
- 18.8Behr is 20
- Hex
- #8B717F#8B7880 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Plum Legacy is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ashen Violet T592ΔE 4.47 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
- Classical Violet 4001-4BΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points lower.
- Urban Lift T582ΔE 5.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Rubiate BNC-20 matched across all 13 brands →