Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Sun Ray S-G-340
The closest Valspar colour is Gold Abundance (3003-1A), at ΔE 2.35 — very close.
Gold Abundance is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.35 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 Gold Abundance really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.35very close
- LRV
- 56.68Behr is 56
- Hex
- #FFB701#FFB219 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Gold Abundance is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sunspark 3010-2ΔE 2.69 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.
- Kernel of Truth V015-3ΔE 2.81 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points lower.
- Golden Treasure 3004-1AΔE 3.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.