Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sparrow 780F-4
The closest Valspar colour is Michigan Avenue (T571), at ΔE 2.04 — very close.
Michigan Avenue is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.04 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 Michigan Avenue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.04very close
- LRV
- 46.04Behr is 44
- Hex
- #B7B4B0#B1B0AF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Michigan Avenue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Swanky Gray T531ΔE 2.21 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Ganymede 8006-12CΔE 2.21 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Urban Sunrise 4004-1BΔE 2.36 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.