Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Rainmaster MQ5-22
The closest Valspar colour is Cloud Mountain (V115-2), at ΔE 2.39 — very close.
Cloud Mountain is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.39 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 Cloud Mountain really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.39very close
- LRV
- 38.37Behr is 36
- Hex
- #A1A8A9#9CA4A9 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cloud Mountain is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chrome 8006-7CΔE 2.93 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Drizzling Mist 4006-1CΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Pearl Gray 8004-37EΔE 3.63 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.