Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr True Copper S180-7
The closest Valspar colour is Italian Roast (2004-7A), at ΔE 3.31 — very close.
Italian Roast is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.31 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 Italian Roast really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.31very close
- LRV
- 13.45Behr is 13
- Hex
- #8D5B41#8B5643 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Italian Roast is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tropical Nut 2003-5AΔE 4.20 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Rusted Earth 2002-7AΔE 4.34 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.
- Sienna Red 3011-7ΔE 4.40 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.