Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Traditional 760B-6
The closest Valspar colour is Summer Sparrow (1002-9B), at ΔE 2.94 — very close.
Summer Sparrow is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.94 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 Summer Sparrow really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.94very close
- LRV
- 14.84Behr is 13
- Hex
- #7B685F#776255 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Summer Sparrow is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Andy's Deck T584ΔE 3.59 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Brown Bark 2004-9BΔE 3.80 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points higher.
- Gateway Arch 8005-10FΔE 4.04 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.