Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Thyme Green 420D-6
The closest Valspar colour is Catnip (8002-30F), at ΔE 3.86 — close.
Catnip is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.86 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 Catnip really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.86close
- LRV
- 24Behr is 23
- Hex
- #6B9252#728C46 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Catnip is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Leaps and Bounds 8002-28GΔE 4.43 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Palm Leaf 6003-6CΔE 4.64 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Field Time Green 5008-6CΔE 5.51 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.