Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Rosemary Sprig ICC-87
The closest Valspar colour is Nature Lover (V097-5), at ΔE 3.40 — very close.
Nature Lover is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.40 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 Nature Lover really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.40very close
- LRV
- 15.5Behr is 14
- Hex
- #67715E#626A52 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Nature Lover is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tarragon 6001-4CΔE 4.45 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Boughs of Pine 5007-4CΔE 4.63 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.7 points lower.
- Fresh Cilantro V059-6ΔE 4.84 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Rosemary Sprig ICC-87 matched across all 13 brands →