Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Shy Violet 680F-6
The closest Valspar colour is Purple Suede (V075-5), at ΔE 2.53 — very close.
Purple Suede is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.53 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 Purple Suede really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.53very close
- LRV
- 13.69Behr is 14
- Hex
- #736275#756370 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Purple Suede is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Sunset V077-5ΔE 2.68 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
- Purple Sunset 8003-2FΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Simple Plum 1001-7BΔE 4.56 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.