Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Rose Garland 100D-6
The closest Valspar colour is Fruitwood (1006-7B), at ΔE 4.98 — close.
Fruitwood is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 4.98 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 Fruitwood really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.98close
- LRV
- 15.39Behr is 13
- Hex
- #8E6262#865A64 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Fruitwood is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Maroon Rover V079-6ΔE 5.03 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Mauving Up V078-5ΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Smoked Mulberry 1004-7BΔE 5.69 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.