Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Scarlet BXC-03
The closest Valspar colour is Pop of Poppy (M253), at ΔE 2.48 — very close.
Pop of Poppy is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.48 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 Pop of Poppy really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.48very close
- LRV
- 10.12Behr is 12
- Hex
- #9D363A#A73941 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Pop of Poppy is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Planet Fever V006-3ΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Mad About You P003ΔE 2.82 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
- Con Brio 8001-7FΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.