Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Window Pane 470A-1
The closest Valspar colour is Minty Delight (5006-5A), at ΔE 3.22 — very close.
Minty Delight is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.22 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 Minty Delight really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.22very close
- LRV
- 78.06Behr is 86
- Hex
- #DBE8DD#E1F4E7 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.9 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Minty Delight is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mint Intermezzo 8002-33AΔE 3.27 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.0 points lower.
- Mint Whisper 5008-7AΔE 3.72 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.7 points lower.
- Icy Mint 6001-7AΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 11.4 points lower.