Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Roasted Seeds M220-5
The closest Valspar colour is New Mexico Mesa (T515), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
New Mexico Mesa is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 New Mexico Mesa really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 43.33Behr is 43
- Hex
- #DBA57D#E1A175 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if New Mexico Mesa is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Peach Ice Cream 2007-5CΔE 2.65 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.
- Sweet Cardamom 2006-5CΔE 2.72 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.7 points lower.
- Nice Tan V048-4ΔE 2.74 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Roasted Seeds M220-5 matched across all 13 brands →