Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Smell The Roses MQ1-08
The closest Valspar colour is Doric Pink (1008-3C), at ΔE 4.49 — close.
Doric Pink is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 4.49 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 Doric Pink really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.49close
- LRV
- 27.88Behr is 24
- Hex
- #CA7983#BB7283 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Doric Pink is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Taffeta Darling V079-5ΔE 5.07 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.
- Romantic Rose 1008-5CΔE 5.21 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
- Reflecting Rose 1007-3BΔE 5.61 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Smell The Roses MQ1-08 matched across all 13 brands →