Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Willow Wood ECC-41-2
The closest Valspar colour is Semi-Sweet (4003-2C), at ΔE 2.05 — very close.
Semi-Sweet is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.05 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 Semi-Sweet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.05very close
- LRV
- 8.62Behr is 8
- Hex
- #57524E#58504D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Semi-Sweet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bittersweet Molasses 8005-12GΔE 2.27 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift.
- Moon Rock T501ΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
- Hunting Boots 1001-9AΔE 3.79 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.4 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Willow Wood ECC-41-2 matched across all 13 brands →