Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sorrel Brown PMD-88
The closest Valspar colour is Walking Stick (V083-5), at ΔE 2.63 — very close.
Walking Stick is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.63 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 Walking Stick really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.63very close
- LRV
- 20.48Behr is 18
- Hex
- #9F735B#9B6D51 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Walking Stick is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chestnut Beach 3002-7AΔE 3.20 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- Tender Twig 3001-7BΔE 3.71 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Freckle Face V082-5ΔE 3.73 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.