Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Semi-precious MQ6-06
The closest Valspar colour is Cresting Waves (V066-4), at ΔE 3.29 — very close.
Cresting Waves is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.29 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 Cresting Waves really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.29very close
- LRV
- 32.29Behr is 29
- Hex
- #6EA3A3#659B97 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cresting Waves is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ship Shape V102-5ΔE 4.51 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
- Zen P027ΔE 4.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.
- Smoky Mountain Spring V067-4ΔE 5.41 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Semi-precious MQ6-06 matched across all 13 brands →