Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sugar Plum 680B-7
The closest Valspar colour is Purple Davenport (1003-3A), at ΔE 2.22 — very close.
Purple Davenport is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.22 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 Purple Davenport really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.22very close
- LRV
- 10.38Behr is 11
- Hex
- #7A4B70#824D70 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Purple Davenport is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sea Fan Fuchsia P076ΔE 3.71 · close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Plumberry 1004-3AΔE 4.34 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.5 points lower.
- Magician's Cloak 1009-8ΔE 5.01 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.