Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Tucson Teal 500B-7
The closest Valspar colour is Ocean Reef (V067-5), at ΔE 2.87 — very close.
Ocean Reef is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.87 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 Ocean Reef really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.87very close
- LRV
- 17.53Behr is 18
- Hex
- #1C808A#00858B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Ocean Reef is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fish Story 5006-8CΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.7 points lower.
- Forever Teal P102ΔE 3.77 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.
- Blue Turquoise 5006-10CΔE 3.89 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.