Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sage Gray 710F-4
The closest Valspar colour is Gracious Gray (8004-32D), at ΔE 2.49 — very close.
Gracious Gray is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.49 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 Gracious Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.49very close
- LRV
- 40Behr is 36
- Hex
- #A6ABA1#9EA49D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Gracious Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Artful T685ΔE 2.66 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Summer Storm M346ΔE 2.88 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.7 points lower.
- Pipe Dream V140-4ΔE 2.91 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.7 points lower.