Benjamin Moore → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Benjamin Moore Waterloo CSP-555
The closest Valspar colour is Picasso (8001-44E), at ΔE 3.07 — very close.
Picasso is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 3.07 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 Benjamin Moore and Valspar
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore 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 Picasso really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.07very close
- LRV
- 22Benjamin Moore is 28.06
- Hex
- #5287B9#5F8EC2 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Picasso is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blue Shock 4005-10BΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
- Cobalt Glow 8001-45FΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.1 points lower.
- Someday 4006-10BΔE 4.63 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Waterloo CSP-555 matched across all 13 brands →