Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Regal Red 150D-7
The closest Valspar colour is Muted Red (1008-5A), at ΔE 2.63 — very close.
Muted Red is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.63 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 Muted Red really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.63very close
- LRV
- 10.96Behr is 12
- Hex
- #8E484B#99484A in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Muted Red is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Baked Bahama 1006-3AΔE 2.87 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Thai Chili 8002-8FΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Deep Rose 2001-3AΔE 4.56 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.