Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Supernova N510-4
The closest Valspar colour is Cloud Mountain (V115-2), at ΔE 2.38 — very close.
Cloud Mountain is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.38 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 Cloud Mountain really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.38very close
- LRV
- 38.37Behr is 37
- Hex
- #A1A8A9#9FA4A8 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cloud Mountain is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Metropolis 4005-1CΔE 2.92 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Chrome 8006-7CΔE 2.99 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Drizzling Mist 4006-1CΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.