Behr → Clare
Clare equivalent of Behr Teal Zeal 500D-5
The closest Clare colour is Vacay (Vacay), at ΔE 4.76 — close.
Vacay is the closest Clare makes, but at ΔE 4.76 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 Clare
Most people comparing Behr to Clare 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 Vacay really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.76close
- LRV
- 32.09Behr is 34
- Hex
- #74A2A0#61A9A5 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Clare options
Worth knowing if Vacay is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Make Waves Make WavesΔE 9.85 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Mellow Mood Mellow MoodΔE 10.68 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Keep It Teal Keep It TealΔE 11.65 · different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 14.1 points lower.