Behr → Clare
Clare equivalent of Behr Violet Water T12-17
The closest Clare colour is Wink (Wink), at ΔE 6.37 — noticeably different.
Clare does not make this colour. Wink is the closest option at ΔE 6.37, which is a visibly different colour. If the match matters, have Clare custom-tint to the Behr formula instead of substituting.
Why people switch between Behr and Clare
Most people comparing Behr to Clare 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 Wink really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 6.37noticeably different
- LRV
- 55.8Behr is 67
- Hex
- #C3C5CA#D2D6E6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.2 points lower.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Clare options
Worth knowing if Wink is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Penthouse PenthouseΔE 8.98 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.5 points higher.
- Frozen FrozenΔE 9.12 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.9 points higher.
- Classic ClassicΔE 9.22 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 12.8 points higher.