Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Summer Heat S-H-220
The closest Valspar colour is Bear Claw (2004-5A), at ΔE 2.26 — very close.
Bear Claw is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.26 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 Bear Claw really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.26very close
- LRV
- 17.31Behr is 16
- Hex
- #AB603F#AA5939 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Bear Claw is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ripe Peach P045ΔE 3.10 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
- Borneo M124ΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- Deep Clay Red 2003-7BΔE 4.66 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.