Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Wild Truffle HDC-NT-27B
The closest Valspar colour is Dorian Gray (T511), at ΔE 2.97 — very close.
Dorian Gray is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.97 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 Dorian Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.97very close
- LRV
- 22.15Behr is 22
- Hex
- #87817B#8B7F76 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Dorian Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Seine 6005-2BΔE 3.14 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points lower.
- Chocolate Milk 8005-8EΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Mountain Smoke 6004-2BΔE 3.80 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Wild Truffle HDC-NT-27B matched across all 13 brands →