Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sojourn Blue M500-5
The closest Valspar colour is Veranda Blue (4004-6B), at ΔE 2.58 — very close.
Veranda Blue 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 Veranda Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.58very close
- LRV
- 15.33Behr is 14
- Hex
- #4F718A#416F8B in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Veranda Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cottage by the Sea V069-5ΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
- Moody Teal V108-5ΔE 3.62 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Folk Blue V107-5ΔE 3.69 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.