Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Purplestone 110F-6
The closest Valspar colour is Smoked Mulberry (1004-7B), at ΔE 2.62 — very close.
Smoked Mulberry is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.62 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 Smoked Mulberry really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.62very close
- LRV
- 14.85Behr is 13
- Hex
- #826466#7D5D5E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Smoked Mulberry is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Berry Brandy 1005-9BΔE 2.65 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Mauving Up V078-5ΔE 2.99 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Fruitwood 1006-7BΔE 4.72 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.