Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Shadow Wood ECC-12-3
The closest Valspar colour is Hunting Boots (1001-9A), at ΔE 3.17 — very close.
Hunting Boots is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.17 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 Hunting Boots really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.17very close
- LRV
- 9.36Behr is 9
- Hex
- #62534D#5E534A in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Hunting Boots is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Semi-Sweet 4003-2CΔE 3.68 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted.
- Roasted Sepia 6006-2CΔE 3.77 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Turkish Coffee 6003-2CΔE 4.04 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Shadow Wood ECC-12-3 matched across all 13 brands →