Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Red Red Red BIC-49
The closest Valspar colour is Thai Chili (8002-8F), at ΔE 2.12 — very close.
Thai Chili is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.12 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 Thai Chili really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.12very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 10
- Hex
- #973A3C#91403D in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Thai Chili is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pop of Poppy M253ΔE 3.37 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Decadent Red 2002-5AΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Muted Red 1008-5AΔE 4.11 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.