Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Retro Avocado PPU9-03
The closest Valspar colour is Crushed Oregano (6007-6C), at ΔE 2.87 — very close.
Crushed Oregano is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.87 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 Crushed Oregano really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.87very close
- LRV
- 28.54Behr is 26
- Hex
- #9E9341#958D45 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Crushed Oregano is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Parrot Feather V057-5ΔE 3.84 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
- Fair and Square P095ΔE 4.09 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Organic Garden 6005-6BΔE 4.14 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.7 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Retro Avocado PPU9-03 matched across all 13 brands →