Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Saffron Strands PPU6-02
The closest Valspar colour is Poseidon's Gold (3004-5A), at ΔE 2.91 — very close.
Poseidon's Gold is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.91 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 Poseidon's Gold really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.91very close
- LRV
- 33.91Behr is 37
- Hex
- #D09040#D39952 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Poseidon's Gold is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tupelo Honey 8002-21FΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Sassy Sassafras 8002-17EΔE 3.07 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Sunbaked Straw P089ΔE 3.09 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Saffron Strands PPU6-02 matched across all 13 brands →