Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Warm Spring 560B-6
The closest Valspar colour is Picasso (8001-44E), at ΔE 2.15 — very close.
Picasso is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.15 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 Picasso really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.15very close
- LRV
- 22Behr is 22
- Hex
- #5287B9#4286BC in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Picasso is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pat-a-Pep 8001-43FΔE 2.31 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Blueberry Festival 8002-44EΔE 2.50 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Someday 4006-10BΔE 3.90 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points higher.