Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Virginia Blue 610C-3
The closest Valspar colour is Penelope (8003-46B), at ΔE 2.06 — very close.
Penelope is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.06 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 Penelope really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.06very close
- LRV
- 51Behr is 54
- Hex
- #AFBFD3#B7C3D7 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Penelope is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Snow Flurries V111-2ΔE 2.07 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.5 points lower.
- Snow Flurries 8004-44BΔE 2.27 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Carousel Purple 8002-46BΔE 2.52 · very close · The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Virginia Blue 610C-3 matched across all 13 brands →