Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Thermal Spring 490D-6
The closest Valspar colour is Spa Green (5004-6A), at ΔE 3.67 — close.
Spa Green is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.67 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 Spa Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.67close
- LRV
- 21.36Behr is 25
- Hex
- #4E8A7E#589489 in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Spa Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Harmony in Green V063-4ΔE 4.11 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
- Dreamy Teal 5007-8BΔE 4.92 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Cool Bluegrass 5005-6AΔE 6.48 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Thermal Spring 490D-6 matched across all 13 brands →