Benjamin Moore → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Benjamin Moore Wizard CC-966
The closest Valspar colour is Skyline (8003-47G), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Skyline is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 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 Skyline really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 6Benjamin Moore is 8.44
- Hex
- #404565#40466D in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.4 points lower.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Skyline is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Jazzy Blue 4010-9ΔE 4.79 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.
- Deep Ocean Floor V074-6ΔE 5.12 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
- Karmic Grape 4002-8CΔE 5.12 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Wizard CC-966 matched across all 13 brands →