Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Superior Blue S490-7
The closest Valspar colour is Deep Twilight Blue (4007-6C), at ΔE 2.55 — very close.
Deep Twilight Blue is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.55 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 Deep Twilight Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.55very close
- LRV
- 8.64Behr is 10
- Hex
- #34576A#3A5E73 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Deep Twilight Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dragon's Lair 8003-41FΔE 3.05 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Hobgoblin 8004-39FΔE 3.19 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Mountain River 4005-6CΔE 3.58 · 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 Superior Blue S490-7 matched across all 13 brands →