Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Tropical Smoothie 120B-7
The closest Valspar colour is Mon Cher Ami (8001-6F), at ΔE 3.62 — close.
Mon Cher Ami is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.62 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 Mon Cher Ami really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.62close
- LRV
- 17Behr is 20
- Hex
- #BF4A60#C5556D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Mon Cher Ami is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Glorious 8001-5GΔE 4.50 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Trout Pout 8001-9EΔE 4.63 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Pretty Peony 1006-3BΔE 5.28 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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