Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Saltbox Blue BXC-75
The closest Valspar colour is Seattle Haze (4003-4B), at ΔE 2.87 — very close.
Seattle Haze is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.87 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 Seattle Haze really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.87very close
- LRV
- 17.87Behr is 17
- Hex
- #6D7686#65758A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Seattle Haze is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Indigo Dreams 8003-46EΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Pacific Coast 4004-4BΔE 3.71 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
- Thundering Clouds 4005-4BΔE 3.95 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.