Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Traditional Blue MQ5-57
The closest Valspar colour is Jimbo's Jersey (P070), at ΔE 2.06 — very close.
Jimbo's Jersey is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.06 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 Jimbo's Jersey really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.06very close
- LRV
- 10.08Behr is 11
- Hex
- #01628A#1F648D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Jimbo's Jersey is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Oh So Vo 8001-40GΔE 2.35 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Night Fever P110ΔE 2.36 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- Biro Blue 8001-43GΔE 3.21 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Traditional Blue MQ5-57 matched across all 13 brands →