Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Summer Dragonfly M440-4
The closest Valspar colour is Carnival Glass (8002-35D), at ΔE 2.74 — very close.
Carnival Glass is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.74 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 Carnival Glass really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.74very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 37
- Hex
- #8BB6AE#83ADA3 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Carnival Glass is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Zen P027ΔE 3.67 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.4 points lower.
- Intracoastal V064-4ΔE 4.27 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.6 points higher.
- Phoenix Tears 8003-35DΔE 4.68 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Summer Dragonfly M440-4 matched across all 13 brands →