Benjamin Moore → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Benjamin Moore Whispering Woods 1012
The closest Valspar colour is Free Wheeling (2006-10A), at ΔE 2.12 — very close.
Free Wheeling is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.12 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 Free Wheeling really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.12very close
- LRV
- 32.36Benjamin Moore is 35.67
- Hex
- #AE9685#B49C8D in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Free Wheeling is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Woodland Stone 2007-9CΔE 2.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
- Wool Coat 1002-10AΔE 2.44 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.8 points lower.
- Sweet Treat M121ΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Whispering Woods 1012 matched across all 13 brands →