Behr → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Behr Zinfandel 660D-6
The closest Valspar colour is Purple Suede (V075-5), at ΔE 3.17 — very close.
Purple Suede is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.17 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 Purple Suede really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.17very close
- LRV
- 13.69Behr is 14
- Hex
- #736275#76617C in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Purple Suede is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Sunset V077-5ΔE 3.95 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Vivacious Violet V038-5ΔE 5.14 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- Purple Sunset 8003-2FΔE 5.47 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.