Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Winter Way PPU25-23
The closest Valspar colour is Sooty Lashes (8006-7F), at ΔE 2.08 — very close.
Sooty Lashes is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.08 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 Sooty Lashes really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.08very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 6
- Hex
- #454B4F#3E474C in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Sooty Lashes is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dutch Licorice 4008-4CΔE 2.43 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Blindfold 4007-2CΔE 2.53 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
- Chimney Smoke 4010-1ΔE 2.55 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.