Benjamin Moore → Valspar
Valspar equivalent of Benjamin Moore Wool Peacoat CSP-25
The closest Valspar colour is Cadet Gray (4001-2A), at ΔE 2.53 — very close.
Cadet Gray is the closest Valspar makes, but at ΔE 2.53 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 Cadet Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.53very close
- LRV
- 23.49Benjamin Moore is 23.17
- Hex
- #8A8486#848181 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Valspar options
Worth knowing if Cadet Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Grey Suit 4004-2AΔE 2.82 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 points lower.
- Night on the Moors 8004-1EΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points lower.
- Vessel Gray 4005-2AΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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