Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Tate Olive 390F-6
The closest Valspar colour is Fond of Fronds (V096-4), at ΔE 2.49 — very close.
Fond of Fronds is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.49 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 Fond of Fronds really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.49very close
- LRV
- 30.15Behr is 27
- Hex
- #A19569#988F63 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Fond of Fronds is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Olive Rush 6006-6BΔE 2.52 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.
- Garden of Paradise 6002-4BΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.
- Rolling Prairie 6007-4BΔE 2.90 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points lower.