Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sage Garden M390-5
The closest Valspar colour is Snipped Chive (8002-30E), at ΔE 2.19 — very close.
Snipped Chive is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.19 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 Snipped Chive really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.19very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 35
- Hex
- #88AE6E#7FAB70 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Snipped Chive is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Green Goddess 5008-6AΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
- Easygoing Green P098ΔE 3.72 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Spring Leaves 5008-6BΔE 3.88 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.9 points lower.