Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sea Cap 440A-2
The closest Valspar colour is Whiff of Green (V060-1), at ΔE 2.52 — very close.
Whiff of Green is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.52 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 Whiff of Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.52very close
- LRV
- 79.75Behr is 86
- Hex
- #E0EBD3#E4F3DF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.3 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Whiff of Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Green Mist 6005-9AΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points lower.
- Mint Intermezzo 8002-33AΔE 3.23 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.0 points lower.
- Mint Mist 6004-7AΔE 3.36 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.