Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Tropical Splash 540D-5
The closest Valspar colour is Tidal Basin (5001-7C), at ΔE 2.80 — very close.
Tidal Basin is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.80 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 Tidal Basin really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.80very close
- LRV
- 35Behr is 31
- Hex
- #66A8C5#5DA1BA in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Tidal Basin is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crisp French Blue V069-4ΔE 3.18 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Blue Chiffon V068-4ΔE 3.30 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
- Rolling Sea 5001-10BΔE 3.38 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.4 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Splash 540D-5 matched across all 13 brands →