Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Thermal S440-7
The closest Valspar colour is Slate Court (5001-4C), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Slate Court is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Slate Court really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 6.99Behr is 7
- Hex
- #414D4F#3F5052 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Slate Court is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Long Water 8003-39GΔE 2.23 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Urban Oasis P104ΔE 2.61 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
- Mountain Midnight 8004-37GΔE 3.12 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.