Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Wood Ash N360-5A
The closest Valspar colour is Lead Cast (5007-2B), at ΔE 2.11 — very close.
Lead Cast is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.11 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 Lead Cast really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.11very close
- LRV
- 20.97Behr is 22
- Hex
- #7F7F75#848178 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Lead Cast is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mountain Smoke 6004-2BΔE 2.67 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- Dorian Gray T511ΔE 2.70 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Porcelain Shale 5006-2BΔE 3.00 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.