Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Top Tomato P180-7
The closest Valspar colour is Terra Cotta Red (2004-3A), at ΔE 2.38 — very close.
Terra Cotta Red is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.38 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 Terra Cotta Red really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.38very close
- LRV
- 17.14Behr is 18
- Hex
- #C44C38#D04838 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Terra Cotta Red is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Scarlet Sun 1011-1ΔE 2.41 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Red Bliss 1010-1ΔE 4.34 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- Steelhead Redd 8001-14GΔE 4.86 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.