Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Wild Rice 780D-7
The closest Valspar colour is Wetlands (5007-2C), at ΔE 2.22 — very close.
Wetlands is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.22 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 Wetlands really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.22very close
- LRV
- 10.85Behr is 10
- Hex
- #5E5D53#5E5A4D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Wetlands is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Olive Smudge 6001-2CΔE 2.38 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Architect T700ΔE 3.51 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points higher.
- Catch of the Day 8005-2FΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.