Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Rich Walnut PMD-60
The closest Valspar colour is Muddy Mississippi (3004-9A), at ΔE 2.33 — very close.
Muddy Mississippi is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.33 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 Muddy Mississippi really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.33very close
- LRV
- 12.66Behr is 13
- Hex
- #7D5D42#7C5F4A in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Muddy Mississippi is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mona's Mane 3002-9AΔE 2.63 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- Nom Nom V088-5ΔE 2.93 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Wooden Wagon 3001-7AΔE 3.05 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.