Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Tealish S440-6
The closest Valspar colour is September Sea (M322), at ΔE 2.44 — very close.
September Sea is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.44 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 September Sea really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.44very close
- LRV
- 15.09Behr is 15
- Hex
- #57726E#4F7271 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if September Sea is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sultry Bay V103-5ΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- Bijou Teal T605ΔE 3.13 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Shady Palm 5003-6CΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.