Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Ruffled Iris 630D-4
The closest Valspar colour is Sweet Violet (4002-8A), at ΔE 2.16 — very close.
Sweet Violet is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.16 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 Sweet Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.16very close
- LRV
- 35.68Behr is 37
- Hex
- #98A0C1#9FA3C0 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Sweet Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Freedom 4002-7CΔE 2.42 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 4.5 points higher.
- Bonnie Blue 8003-47CΔE 3.06 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Soul Sister 8003-48CΔE 4.03 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.