Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Strike A Pose T11-3
The closest Valspar colour is Dried Lilacs (V075-6), at ΔE 2.43 — very close.
Dried Lilacs is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.43 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 Dried Lilacs really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.43very close
- LRV
- 6.09Behr is 7
- Hex
- #524055#5A4659 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Dried Lilacs is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ripe Mulberry V076-6ΔE 2.53 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- Plummy Rouge 8003-2GΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Purple Fury 4001-4CΔE 3.47 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.