Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Ryegrass 390F-5
The closest Valspar colour is Fields Afar (8003-28D), at ΔE 2.04 — very close.
Fields Afar is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.04 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 Fields Afar really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.04very close
- LRV
- 47Behr is 44
- Hex
- #BEB88F#BBB286 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Fields Afar is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Green Willow V096-3ΔE 2.14 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Oakmoss 6005-3CΔE 2.18 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted.
- Withered Moss 6007-3CΔE 3.00 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.