Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sudden Sapphire 600B-6
The closest Valspar colour is Simply Purple (4004-10B), at ΔE 3.24 — very close.
Simply Purple is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.24 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 Simply Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.24very close
- LRV
- 21.07Behr is 18
- Hex
- #6C7CB8#6376A9 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Simply Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blue Batik V074-5ΔE 3.52 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Bedtime Story 4003-8BΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
- Deepest Periwinkle P074ΔE 4.54 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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