Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Red Gerbera S140-5
The closest Valspar colour is Taffeta Darling (V079-5), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Taffeta Darling is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Taffeta Darling really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 22.21Behr is 23
- Hex
- #AB7378#B07473 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Taffeta Darling is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Romantic Rose 1008-5CΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.
- Cherry Mocha 1006-7CΔE 4.25 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
- Spanish Rose Shadow 1008-5BΔE 4.27 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.