Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Skipper 570F-5
The closest Valspar colour is Steele Blue (V137-5), at ΔE 2.09 — very close.
Steele Blue is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.09 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 Steele Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.09very close
- LRV
- 25.33Behr is 23
- Hex
- #7B8C99#748796 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Steele Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gray Lavender 4005-4AΔE 2.43 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Royal Gray 4006-4AΔE 2.62 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Wet Seal T681ΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.