Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Shallot Bulb PPU11-02
The closest Valspar colour is Natalie's Chalkboard (P062), at ΔE 2.58 — very close.
Natalie's Chalkboard is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.58 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 Natalie's Chalkboard really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.58very close
- LRV
- 23.93Behr is 25
- Hex
- #738D72#7B8D73 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Natalie's Chalkboard is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Kale P097ΔE 2.58 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
- Ginkgo Tree 5006-4BΔE 3.67 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Explorer Green T616ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Shallot Bulb PPU11-02 matched across all 13 brands →