Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Stingray Gray HDC-NT-09G
The closest Valspar colour is Stately Graystone (V118-2), at ΔE 2.33 — very close.
Stately Graystone is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.33 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 Stately Graystone really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.33very close
- LRV
- 38.9Behr is 41
- Hex
- #A9A8A2#B0ABA3 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Stately Graystone is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rocky Bluffs 4003-1CΔE 2.60 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- Soulful Grey 6004-1BΔE 2.72 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points higher.
- Graceful Gray 8006-2EΔE 2.80 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Stingray Gray HDC-NT-09G matched across all 13 brands →