Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Wide Sky T18-17
The closest Valspar colour is Deepest Periwinkle (P074), at ΔE 4.53 — close.
Deepest Periwinkle is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 4.53 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 Deepest Periwinkle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.53close
- LRV
- 18.94Behr is 15
- Hex
- #557AB1#416FAF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Deepest Periwinkle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bedtime Story 4003-8BΔE 4.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points higher.
- In the Nick 8001-44FΔE 4.91 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Zydeco V036-3ΔE 5.00 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.