Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Water Hyacinth P550-4
The closest Valspar colour is Fields of Heather (8001-47D), at ΔE 2.71 — very close.
Fields of Heather is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.71 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 Fields of Heather really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.71very close
- LRV
- 35Behr is 38
- Hex
- #959CCD#A0A3D2 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Fields of Heather is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sassy Violet 4004-10AΔE 2.90 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.
- Purpleheart 8001-48DΔE 4.23 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Sweet Violet 4002-8AΔE 4.24 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Water Hyacinth P550-4 matched across all 13 brands →