Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Trinket Gold N290-6
The closest Valspar colour is River Oak (3004-9C), at ΔE 2.13 — very close.
River Oak is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.13 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 River Oak really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.13very close
- LRV
- 27.07Behr is 27
- Hex
- #A78967#A7885F in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if River Oak is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Char Latte M128ΔE 2.53 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
- Hawk Feather V090-4ΔE 2.63 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Caramel Gold 3006-7BΔE 2.76 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.8 points higher.