Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Ripe Currant PMD-22
The closest Valspar colour is Thai Chili (8002-8F), at ΔE 2.97 — very close.
Thai Chili is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.97 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)
- 2.97very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 9
- Hex
- #973A3C#8A3C3E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Thai Chili is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wine Cask T513ΔE 3.50 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
- Pomegranate Seeds V043-6ΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
- Muted Red 1008-5AΔE 3.64 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.